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SBER Programs Face Challenges with Revised Common Rule
Social-behavioral-educational research programs have always faced challenges fitting their work into the parameters of human research protection rules and regulations devised with biomedical research in mind. But the revised Common Rule has produced new issues with informed consent.
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IRB Members Can Build Good Relationships in Virtual Space
One long-time virtual IRB has learned how to develop camaraderie and rapport among IRB members without ever meeting in person — or seeing each other’s faces.
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Keeping Open Dialogue Part of Virtual IRB Meeting Plan
A full-time virtual IRB gives advice on bringing IRB meetings online during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Research Group Increased Minority Participation by 533%
One barrier to enrolling minorities in research involves resources. For some studies, such as pediatric oncology clinical trials, there might not be enough resources to enroll one or two patients at a single site.
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Diversity and Inclusion Go Beyond Race and Ethnicity
Researchers assessing the demographic statistics of All of Us Research Program participants prioritized enrolling racial, ethnic, and other minorities that, historically, have been underrepresented in clinical trials. The researchers concluded studies need to incorporate more diverse factors as key variables to ensure inclusion and identify barriers that limit research participation.
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Research Community Seeks to Enroll More Minorities in Clinical Trials
Several months of data from the COVID-19 pandemic showed that African Americans and other people of color were disproportionately dying from the disease. Disparities in how COVID-19 affects minority communities highlight long-standing difficulties in achieving health equity in U.S. society, including clinical trials.
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Appellate Court Vacates $109 Million Verdict for Botched Surgery Case
This case reveals a possible method for defending against medical malpractice actions, as well as the importance of appealing erroneous decisions by the court.
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$3.1 Million Awarded to Veteran for Permanent Damages from Negligent Abscess Drainage
This case, and the significant monetary award, reveals some important lessons about liability and damages, including how statutory maximums can affect medical malpractice actions.
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Expert Tips for Handling Malpractice Claims
It is important to approach every potential lawsuit with the right mindset from early on, even before receiving notice of a claim. Experts highlight some of the biggest pitfalls in handling malpractice claims.
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Avoid Common Mistakes in Handling Medical Malpractice Claims
Although a medical malpractice claim can drag on for months or years, the ultimate outcome of the case may be determined by what happens in the first hours or days. Some mistakes and oversights can put you at a disadvantage when defending against the claim.