Health Equity
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Delving deeper into the molecular genetics of idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis
William Whalen II, MD, MS, reflects on his experience as a recipient of the 2023 CHEST Research Grant in Pulmonary Fibrosis and how it has affected his professional trajectory.
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Intersection of American Heart Month and Black History Month offers chance to highlight disparities in care
Marcus St. John, MD, said health system-wide checklists can combat implicit bias and help ensure all patients receive appropriate care.
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New pulse oximeter recommendations make progress toward accuracy across skin tones
Aaron Baugh, MD, discussed how the recent FDA draft guidance on pulse oximeter performance testing should improve accuracy in patients with darker skin tones.
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CHEST grant recipient studying increase in lung cancer diagnoses among Chinese American women
In his prior research, Chien-Ching Li, PhD, MPH, focused on promoting lung cancer screening in Chinese American men, a population that frequently smokes heavily. But last year, he applied for a CHEST grant that’s shifting his focus to another demographic: Chinese American women who do not smoke, especially those with limited English proficiency. “They are…
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CHEST grant winners to study health inequities related to air pollution, medication nonadherence, and more
In 2023, CHEST awarded $300,000 in clinical research and community impact grants to 15 individuals. Grant recipients are recognized for their scientifically meritorious achievements, with rigorous metrics to track their project’s progress, and have innovative, novel approaches to addressing their research topic. CHEST grants have made a difference in patients’ lives by leading to breakthroughs…
