Disparities Genetic testing and results disclosure in diverse populations: what does it take? CR Horowitz, Genetics in Medicine, June 22, 2020

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Genetic testing and results disclosure in diverse populations: what does it take?
CR Horowitz, Genetics in Medicine, June 22, 2020

Answering this question requires recognizing and addressing (not just measuring) social determinants leading to unjust racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic health disparities. It also requires attending to research issues such as the need for pilot testing, community engagement, relationship building, research team diversity, flexibility & addressing implicit bias.