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Carvajal DN, Anaya YB, McLean I, Aragón M, Figueroa E, Plasencia G, Martinez-Bianchi V, Rodríguez JE. We Are Not All the Same: Implications of Heterogeneity Among Latiné/e/x/o/a, Hispanic, and Spanish Origin People. Ann Fam Med 2024; 22:254-258. [PMID: 38806262 PMCID: PMC11237225 DOI: 10.1370/afm.3103] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/18/2023] [Revised: 01/29/2024] [Accepted: 02/02/2024] [Indexed: 05/30/2024] Open
Abstract
There is great variation in the experiences of Latiné/e/x/o/a, Hispanic, and/or Spanish origin (LHS) individuals in the United States, including differences in race, ancestry, colonization histories, and immigration experiences. This essay calls readers to consider the implications of the heterogeneity of lived experiences among LHS populations, including variations in country of origin, immigration histories, time in the United States, languages spoken, and colonization histories on patient care and academia. There is power in unity when advocating for community, social, and political change, especially as it pertains to equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI; sometimes referred to as DEI) efforts in academic institutions. Yet, there is also a critical need to disaggregate the LHS diaspora and its conceptualization based on differing experiences so that we may improve our understanding of the sociopolitical attributes that impact health. We propose strategies to improve recognition of these differences and their potential health outcomes toward a goal of health equity.
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Affiliation(s)
- Diana N Carvajal
- Department of Family & Community Medicine, University of Maryland School of Medicine, Baltimore, Maryland
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- Department of Family of Medicine and Community Health, University of Wisconsin-Madison School of Medicine and Public Health, Madison, Wisconsin
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- Department of Family Medicine and Community Health, The Institute for Family Health, Mount Sinai Hospital, New York, New York
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- Department of Family and Community Medicine, University of New Mexico, Albuquerque, New Mexico
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- Department of Family Medicine and Community Health, Duke University, Durham, North Carolina
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Samuels E, Janevic MR, Harper AE, Lyden AK, Jay GM, Champagne E, Murphy SL. Updating and evaluating a research best practices training course for social and behavioral research professionals. J Clin Transl Sci 2023; 8:e12. [PMID: 38384926 PMCID: PMC10877512 DOI: 10.1017/cts.2023.702] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/22/2023] [Revised: 11/20/2023] [Accepted: 12/14/2023] [Indexed: 02/23/2024] Open
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Introduction The clinical and translational research workforce involved in social and behavioral research (SBR) needs to keep pace with clinical research guidance and regulations. Updated information and a new module on community and stakeholder engagement were added to an existing SBR training course. This article presents evaluation findings of the updated course for the Social and Behavioral Workforce. Methods and Materials Participants working across one university were recruited. Course completers were sent an online survey to evaluate the training. Some participants were invited to join in a focus group to discuss the application of the training to their work. We performed descriptive statistics and conducted a qualitative analysis on focus group data. Results There were 99 participants from diverse backgrounds who completed the survey. Most reported the training was relevant to their work or that of the study teams they worked with. Almost half (46%) indicated they would work differently after participating. Respondents with community or stakeholder engaged research experience vs. those without were more likely to report that the new module was relevant to study teams they worked with (t = 5.61, p = 0.001), and that they would work differently following the training (t = 2.63, p = 0.01). Open-ended survey responses (n = 99) and focus group (n = 12) data showed how participants felt their work would be affected by the training. Conclusion The updated course was rated highly, particularly by those whose work was related to the new course content. This course provides an up-to-date resource for the training and development for the Social and Behavioral Workforce.
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Affiliation(s)
- Elias Samuels
- Michigan Institute of Clinical and Health Research,
University of Michigan, Ann Arbor,
MI, USA
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- Department of Health Behavior and Health Education, School of
Public Health, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor,
MI, USA
- Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation,
University of Michigan, Ann Arbor,
MI, USA
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- Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation,
University of Michigan, Ann Arbor,
MI, USA
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- Michigan Institute of Clinical and Health Research,
University of Michigan, Ann Arbor,
MI, USA
- Clinical Trials Support Office, University of
Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI, USA
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- Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation,
University of Michigan, Ann Arbor,
MI, USA
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- Michigan Institute of Clinical and Health Research,
University of Michigan, Ann Arbor,
MI, USA
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- Michigan Institute of Clinical and Health Research,
University of Michigan, Ann Arbor,
MI, USA
- Department of Health Behavior and Health Education, School of
Public Health, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor,
MI, USA
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Werner Washburne M, Trejo J, Zambrana RE, Zavala ME, Martinic A, Riestra A, Delgado T, Edwards S, Escobar T, Jamison-McClung D, Vazquez M, Vera I, Guerra M, Marinez DI, Gonzalez E, Rodriguez RL. Early career Latinas in STEM: Challenges and solutions. Cell 2023; 186:4985-4991. [PMID: 37949054 DOI: 10.1016/j.cell.2023.10.016] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/06/2023] [Revised: 10/12/2023] [Accepted: 10/13/2023] [Indexed: 11/12/2023]
Abstract
Mexican, Puerto Rican, and Central American Ancestry (MPRCA) individuals represent 82% of US Latinos. An intergenerational group of MPRCA women and allies met to discuss persistent underrepresentation of MPRCA women in STEM, identifying multi-level challenges and solutions. Implementation of these solutions is important and will benefit MPRCA women and the entire academic community.
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- Department of Pharmacology, School of Medicine, UC San Diego, La Jolla, CA 92093, USA.
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- Center for Scientific Collaboration and Community Engagement, Santa Fe, NM 87505, USA
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- University of California, Davis, Davis, CA 95616, USA
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- University of South Florida, Tampa, FL 33612, USA
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- Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI 48823, USA; Texas A&M-Corpus Christi, Corpus Christi, TX 78412, USA
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- University of California, Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA 90095, USA
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