US pediatricians group to retire some race-based guidelines
The guidelines suggested that Black children were at lower risk for certain serious conditions, and activists were worried they were being undertreated.
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The guidelines suggested that Black children were at lower risk for certain serious conditions, and activists were worried they were being undertreated.
The American Academy of Pediatrics said it is putting all its guidance under the microscope to eliminate “race-based” medicine.
The American Academy of Pediatrics, based in illinois, is reviewing its catalogue in order to 'eliminate racism'. It may dump the 20-page guidance because of a phrase it contains.
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For years, pediatricians have followed flawed guidelines linking race to risks for urinary infections and newborn jaundice. In a new policy announced Monday, the American Academy of Pediatrics said it is putting all its guidance under the microscope to eliminate "race-based" medicine and resulting health disparities.