DIVERSITY

Jan 29 2025SCIENCE

Women Scientists: Fighting Infections, One Formula at a Time

Have you ever pondered who's really behind the big discoveries in infectious diseases? Surprise! Many of these breakthroughs are driven by women. A recent special issue of ACS Infectious Diseases highlights the work of female scientists who are like chefs, cooking up chemical recipes to fight diseas

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Jan 29 2025HEALTH

Rethinking Dietetics: The Case for Racial Justice

In dietetics, the buzzwords have long been equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI). While these are worthwhile goals, they might not be enough to tackle the deep-seated issues of racism in the field. This is where racial justice steps in. Unlike EDI, which focuses on creating a level playing field, r

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Jan 28 2025POLITICS

Uniting Through Health: Finding Middle Ground in a Divided Era

The year 2025 brought unexpected shifts in the nation's leadership, shedding new light on race, gender, and class dynamics. Surprisingly, women and people of color didn't vote as a single block in the culture wars. In the health promotion field, warnings are being issued. The concern is that the new

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Jan 28 2025POLITICS

New Defense Boss Tackles Diversity Programs

Pete Hegseth, the newly appointed Defense Secretary, has outlined his plans to refocus the U. S. military. In a recent handwritten note to Pentagon staff, shared on social media, Hegseth clearly stated that he believes the military has lost its edge due to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) prog

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Jan 27 2025BUSINESS

Costco Faces Shareholder Pushback on DEI Policies

Costco's shareholders recently shot down a proposal questioning the wholesale club's diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) policies. The activist investors leading the charge, however, aren't ready to throw in the towel just yet. Ethan Peck, deputy director of the National Center for Public Policy

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Jan 26 2025HEALTH

Advocating for Change: A Voice for Diversity in Emergency Medicine

In the fast-paced world of emergency medicine, every voice matters. Imagine a scenario where a dedicated professional is tasked with ensuring that diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) are not just buzzwords, but realities in the emergency room. This is where the role of a Chief Resident of DEI com

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Jan 25 2025BUSINESS

Target Ditches DEI Programs to Adapt to Shifting Society

Target, a massive retailer with almost 2, 000 stores across the U. S. , is making a big change. They've decided to stop using their diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) goals and programs. This is a move that aligns with other big brands like Walmart, who are also rethinking their DEI strategies.

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Jan 25 2025HEALTH

Diverse Participation in Cancer Detection Trial: A Look at Age and Socioeconomics

Imagine you're trying to find a solution to a big problem, like cancer. To make sure your solution works for everyone, you need people from all walks of life to test it out. But sometimes, certain groups are left out. That's exactly what happens in clinical trials. The NHS-Galleri trial is trying t

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Jan 25 2025BUSINESS

Costco Stands Firm on Diversity Policies

Costco shareholders recently voted to keep the company's diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) policies intact. This move comes amidst a wave of companies scaling back their DEI efforts, often citing legal concerns. The National Center for Public Policy Research, a conservative think tank, proposed

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Jan 24 2025POLITICS

President Trump's Order Stirs Debate on Aviation Diversity

President Trump kicked off his term by issuing an executive order that put an end to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs within the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). The order, titled "Keeping Americans Safe in Aviation, " argued that these programs disadvantage hard-working America

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