Opinion: The definition of clinical trial diversity must include disabled people
By redesigning trial accommodations, eligibility criteria, and consent forms, we can build more inclusivity in the future of research and eliminate wrongful exclusion.
There are people in your life who influence and shape how you see the world. For me, one of these people is Terry Moakley, a warm and welcoming family friend, a veteran of the Vietnam War, and a fervent advocate for people with disabilities. After he became a quadriplegic as a result of an injury, he began a decades-long career dedicated to improving disability access.
Terry was a champion for the often-overlooked disability community. Over the years, he helped set the standards for public transportation in New York City, contributing to the codification of accessible design.
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