Congress and the healthcare industry want to break down barriers for minorities in medical school

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COVID-19 continues to hit minority communities at the highest rates, according to the latest data from the CDC, but more diverse doctors in the field could help to change that.

said that racial inequity impacts many areas of health, but more diverse doctors in the field could help to change that.

shows racial diversity among medical residents is up from 2020, but less than 15% of residents identify as Black or Latino. Now, members of Congress and the private sector are aiming to address the racial gap by helping young medical professionals overcome the economic barriers of higher education.

 

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White — 50.0% Asian — 21.8% Hispanic — 7.8% Black or African American — 5.8% American Indian or Alaska Native — 0.6% Looks like too many Asians to me. Get 'em!

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