Systemic Racism: Pharmacists’ Role and Responsibility
Vibhuti Arya, Lakesha M. Butler, Sandra Leal, Lucinda L. Maine, Nancy A. Álvarez, Alex C. Varkey, Natasha Jackson
Abstract
Systemic racism is a public health emergency and disproportionately impacts communities of color, specifically Black Americans. Pharmacists took an oath to protect the welfare of humanity and protect our patients. As such, to practice truly patient-centered care, pharmacists must recognize racism as a root cause of social determinants of health and use their privilege to educate themselves and their colleagues around dismantling structural racism.
Topics & Concepts
RacismPrivilege (computing)HumanityWhite privilegeWelfareHealth careSociologyCriminologyPolitical scienceMedicinePublic relationsNursingLawGlobal Health Workforce IssuesPublic Health Policies and EducationCultural Competency in Health Care