Inequity and Ethics in Healthcare and Research

Research ethics face a complex challenge when dealing with marginalized communities burdened by historical trauma and inequity. The pain of past exploitation and a history of being treated unequally can lead to deep suspicion and a reluctance to participate in research. Ethical researchers must be especially sensitive. This means obtaining informed consent with full transparency, acknowledging past wrongs, and prioritizing the community’s well-being over research goals.

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• Merone, et al – Sex Inequalities in Medical Research: A Systematic Scoping Review of the Literature
• American Bar Association – Implicit Bias and Racial Disparities in Health Care
• Fu and Lee – Relationship between Vehicle Safety Ratings and Drivers’ Injury Severity in the Context of Gender Disparity