How Can We Measure Diversity in Clinical Research?
Including a diverse range of people in clinical research is crucial if we are to improve health equity. The big question of “How can we measure diversity in clinical research?” is what we’re going to tackle in this post.
FDA diversity action plan guidance: Is it a significant shift in clinical trials?
The FDA’s new guidance on Diversity Action Plans (DAPs) is now in place, championing a more inclusive and representative framework for medical research. Let’s explore the details and understand why these changes are crucial.
Patient advocacy groups and co-creation in clinical trials
Discover how patient advocacy groups and co-creation are transforming clinical trials. Learn about COUCH Health’s patient-centric approach and its global impact on ethical and effective clinical research .
A–Z of Health Research Equity: I is for Involvement
It’s been a couple of weeks since our last A-Z of Health Research Equity blog post. This week Heidi’s back and sharing her reflections on the topic of Involvement, after attending and presenting at the #HSRUK24 conference a few weeks ago.
Ethical considerations in collecting ethnicity data for health research
From the perspective of health research, it becomes very vital to collect data regarding ethnicity. This, in turn, will not only enlighten us on health disparities among different populations but also assure the development of targeted interventions and policies that may lead to health equity.
A–Z of Health Research Equity: J is for Jargon
This week Heidi’s talking about all things jargon, including why reading age shouldn’t be the only thing you rely on. Read now.
Why patient co-creation during the drug lifecycle is essential
Explore the critical role of co-creation throughout the lifecycle of a drug, from discovery to post-market surveillance, and discover how involving patients at every stage leads to more effective treatments, improved patient outcomes, and stronger trust in healthcare solutions
Blog Post: K is for… Knowledge Transfer Partnership
Curious about Knowledge Transfer Partnerships (KTPs)? As a KTP Associate at Manchester Metropolitan University (MMU) and COUCH Health, Bethany is here to share what they involve. She leads project development, implementation, and evaluation, turning ideas into success through dynamic problem-solving and effective project management.
