FDA Voices on addressing health disparities

FDA Office of Minority Health and Health Equity

FDA Addresses Health Disparities Through Communication, Research, and Collaboration As Minority Health Month comes to a close, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) continues to work on solutions to eliminate health disparities among diverse racial and ethnic populations. The disparities in health span everything from cancer and diabetes to heart disease, sickle cell disease, and HIV/AIDS. The FDA’s work on these issues is a priority—and is intrinsic to the work we do across the agency. The FDA, including the Office of Minority Health and Health Equity (OMHHE), promotes and protects the health of diverse populations and strives for health equity for all, including those who experience disparities related to race and ethnicity. Continue reading...

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