Racial Climate and Willingness to Participate in Clinical Research Among African American Adults
Author Information
Author(s): Dabiri Sanaz, Raman Rema, Grooms Jevay
Primary Institution: University of Southern California
Hypothesis
The racial climate of the geographical area is significantly associated with willingness to participate in clinical studies.
Conclusion
Higher rates of police shootings and social vulnerability are linked to lower willingness to participate in clinical research among African American adults.
Supporting Evidence
- Higher rates of police shootings were significantly associated with lower willingness to participate in studies involving blood samples.
- Higher social vulnerability was linked to lower research participation.
- Trust in research and researchers mediated the relationship between police shootings and willingness to take medication.
Takeaway
If there are more police shootings and people feel less safe, African Americans are less likely to join medical studies.
Methodology
Data was analyzed from the University of Florida HealthStreet registry, aligned with police shootings and social vulnerability indices.
Participant Demographics
Participants had an average age of 42.6 years, with 64% female and 53.7% identifying as African American.
Statistical Information
P-Value
p<0.01
Statistical Significance
p<0.01
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