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Upcoming Events

• A Physical Activity and Nutrition Study for Black Breast Cancer Survivors
  
  • Ongoing
  • Black women who are breast cancer survivors and overweight/obese are invited to participate in a research study led by Vanessa Sheppard, Ph.D., in the Department of Health Behavior and Policy. Participation requires 16 one-hour workout sessions and laboratory visits, and the study will take place at the VCU Run Lab on the Monroe Park Campus. 
  • For more information, contact Autumn Lanoye at autumn.lanoye@vcuhealth.org
• Across the Rainbow: Moving from Disparities to Equity in LGBTQ+ Health
  
  • Tuesday, August 10, 10 – 11:30 a.m. 
  • The Wright Center’s Health Equity Series is a quarterly exploration and community discussion of health disparities with collaborating partners locally, in Virginia and nationwide. this August, three panelists will discuss health disparities in the LGBTQ+ community and new and ongoing efforts to close this gap. Speakers include Karen Legato, executive director of Health Brigade (she/her); Bill Harrison, president and executive director of Diversity Richmond (he/him); and Zakia McKensey, executive director of Nationz Foundation (she/her).
  • Register here

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As a pivotal step in turning dialogue into action, the School of Medicine is proud to announce its inaugural Inclusion Council. Members include students, trainees, faculty, staff, alumni and community members who are dedicated to this vital journey.

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