Ethics of research at the intersection of COVID-19 and black lives matter: a call to action. Issue 4 (5th February 2021)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Crooks, Natasha; Donenberg, Geri; Matthews, Alicia
• Is Part Of: Journal of medical ethics. Volume 47:Issue 4(2021)
• Page Start: 205
• Page End: 207
• Publication Date: 2021-02-05
• Subjects: behavioural research -- COVID-19 -- health care for specific diseases/groups -- history of health ethics/bioethics -- minorities; Medical ethics -- Periodicals; 174.2
• DOI: 10.1136/medethics-2020-107054
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 0306-6800

Abstract

Abstract : This paper describes how to ethically conduct research with Black populations at the intersection of COVID-19 and the Black Lives Matter movement. We highlight the issues of historical mistrust in the USA and how this may impact Black populations' participation in COVID-19 vaccination trials. We provide recommendations for researchers to ethically engage Black populations in research considering the current context. Our recommendations include understanding the impact of ongoing trauma, acknowledging historical context, ensuring diverse research teams and engaging in open and honest conversations with Black populations to better address their needs. The core of our recommendation is recognising the impact of trauma in our research and health care practices.