Qualitative Evaluation of RADx-UP Projects Addressing COVID-19 Testing Disparities Among Underserved Populations.

Maras, Shelly A; Osinuga, Abisola; Gallo, Iñigo Verduzco; Rodriguez, Arturo; Corriveau, Erin; Milligan, Kelley; Kelley, Allyson; Carr, Tara et al. · Am J Public Health · 2024

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Abstract

In this article, we present findings from a May 2022 to March 2023 qualitative evaluation of Rapid Acceleration of Diagnostics-Underserved Populations (RADx-UP) projects addressing COVID-19 testing disparities among underserved populations. Interviews with academic and community partners from 13 RADx-UP projects revealed that despite the pandemic, projects were able to build trust and relationships with underserved populations. By prioritizing community voices during a public health emergency, RADx-UP projects improved health equity and pandemic preparedness in these communities, successfully conducted community-engaged research, and built long-lasting community partnerships. (<i>Am J Public Health</i>. 2024;114(S5):S410-S415. https://doi.org/10.2105/AJPH.2024.307632).

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