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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
Reply to: Amplifying Women's Voices in Menopause Research: The Importance of Inclusive Perspectives [Letter]
Camille Cronin1, Sara Donevant2, Kerri-Ann Hughes3
1School of Health and Social Care, University of Essex, Colchester, Essex, UK.
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