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A Novel Method for Involving Women of Color at High Risk for Preterm Birth in Research Priority Setting
Published on: January 12, 2018
Precision health equity for racialized communities.
Arafaat A Valiani1,2, David Anderson3, Angela Gonzales4
1The Department of History and Global Health Program, University of Oregon, 1288 University of Oregon, Eugene, OR, 97403, USA. valiani@uoregon.edu.
Efforts to include diverse populations in human genomics research are increasing. This commentary examines equitable inclusion and proposes Precision Health Equity (PHE) by adapting Indigenous Data Sovereignty principles.
Area of Science:
- Genomics
- Precision Medicine
- Health Equity
Background:
- Historical context of racial inclusion in genetics and genome projects.
- Recent attempts to incorporate racialized individuals into human genomics research.
- Exploration of equitable terms for community participation in research.
Conclusions:
- Future human genomics and precision medicine must prioritize equitable inclusion.
- Precision Health Equity (PHE) is a crucial goal.
- Adapting Indigenous Data Sovereignty principles can enhance data governance and community engagement.
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