About this Session:
Only 5% of American adults have ever participated in a clinical trial. The percentage is even less for women, rural residents and minority populations. Although we've made strides in addressing inequities within our clinical trials, there are still many gaps. Using AI for clinical trial matching and adhering to a more stringent diversity action plan can help in increasing representation from underrepresented communities. Many health leaders are not accepting this inequitable reality and are actively inventing solutions through partnerships, internal initiatives, and technology in shaping a more inclusive future for medical research. It’s about damn time.