Awareness of the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion in clinical research continues to grow. However, achieving true diversity in clinical trials is easier said than done. Barriers to participation in clinical trials are numerous, ranging from logistical...
Most of us typically think of language as something we are born into. Spaniards sing in Spanish. People in Denmark hold discussions in Danish. But what about the languages that people choose? Sports fans speak stats. Ultra-devout Trekkies (and the more refined...
For The Breast of Us and Sommer Consulting Urge Healthcare and Clinical Professionals to Address the Top 4 Barriers that Prevent Women of Color from Participating in Clinical Trials JACKSONVILLE, FL (November 2, 2021) – Women of color are severely underrepresented in...
Bill: Our Chairman, Dr. Joseph Yeager, was a prolific reader. He was genre-agnostic, devouring everything from thick, scientific tomes to popular fiction to comic books. He believed that if we pay attention, we will see that universal truths are everywhere in the...
In October during Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Sommer Consulting was thrilled to announce that For the Breast of Us has partnered with us to launch a new research initiative to increase representation of women of color in breast cancer clinical trials. As part of...
Clinical trials can be lifesaving for people living with breast cancer. Yet, for many, clinical trials can be the subject of criticism, skepticism, and even fear. Social media gives both patients and healthcare professionals a virtual seat at the table to share...
