October 2024 DEI Results
CHSP's October 2024 DEI Spotlight: Breast Cancer Awareness and Implicit Bias
Implicit bias, also known as implicit prejudice or implicit attitude, is a negative attitude, of which one is not consciously aware, against a specific social group.
Cultural competence in health care means delivering effective, quality care to patients with diverse beliefs, attitudes, values, and backgrounds. This practice requires systems that personalize health care according to cultural and linguistic differences. It also requires understanding the potential impact that cultural differences can have on healthcare delivery.
Cultural humility is a reflective process of understanding one鈥檚 biases and privileges, managing power imbalances, and maintaining a stance that is open to others in relation to aspects of their cultural identity that are most important to them.
Understanding breast cancer awareness, particularly in the context of race and ethnic disparities, is crucial for fostering effective public health strategies and promoting equitable healthcare access.
Breast cancer impacts various demographics differently, with factors such as genetics, socioeconomic status, and cultural beliefs influencing both incidence and outcomes. By examining these disparities, we can identify gaps in awareness, prevention, and treatment that affect marginalized communities. This knowledge empowers us to advocate for targeted educational campaigns and resource allocation, ensuring that all individuals, regardless of their background, have access to vital information and healthcare services. Engaging in this topic enhances their awareness of social determinants of health and prepares you to contribute to more inclusive health initiatives in the future.
Results:
In what ways do you think your college experience has shaped your views on cultural diversity and competence?
- I feel that OHIO makes a very big effort to be culturally diverse and I feel that has made me a more culturally competent member of society and also in healthcare.
- Even though I've had a solid grasp on the importance of cultural diversity throughout my life, just being around such a diverse group of students - hearing their specific stories and needs/wants in class - has bolstered this even more.
- College Universities have become a cesspool of pushing liberal agendas and idealisms in the name of "DEI" The intellectual and moral bankruptcy of many universities is rather disturbing.
How do you plan to apply cultural competence and humility in your future career or personal life?
- Yes! I have hopes to use my cultural competence training in my future career as a healthcare worker
- Marcus Aurelius said, "At every opportunity, you have the option to: accept each event with humility (will); treat another person as they should be treated (action); and approach information carefully so as not to let irrational thoughts enter your mind (perception).
- By not giving in to the progressive nonsense constantly being rammed down my throat.
What resources (books, workshops, courses) have you found helpful in developing your cultural competence?
- IHS classes at 91探花
- Meditations - Marcus Aurelius: A New Translation - by Gregory Hays. Intro to Social Work (SW1000). Intro to Politics (POLS 1010).
How has exposure to diverse perspectives enhanced your critical thinking skills?
- It has made me learn more about other cultures and also understand bias and cultural humility
- Having a diverse perspective enhances critical thinking by allowing one to think of solutions that will be specific to and informed by one's SES, race, religion, etc.
What strategies do you think are effective for promoting cultural competence on campus or in your program?
- Understanding and acceptance
- Getting people together, encouraging conversation, and creating opportunities for various cooperative activities is best for helping each other to see and hear each other attentively.
What specific disparities in breast cancer incidence and outcomes have you learned about? Why do you think these disparities exist?
- Most women are nervous to get breast exams and often don鈥檛 have access or insurance to do so.
How can college students use their platforms to raise awareness about breast cancer disparities within their communities?
- Help surrounding communities host BSE trainings and mammograms while also educating women around
How can conversations about breast cancer be encouraged within families, particularly in cultures that may stigmatize health discussions?
- Education and teaching can lessen the stigma
How do you plan to engage with or advocate for breast cancer awareness and equity in your future career?
- I plan to always educate my patients about the importance of BSE and yearly mammograms while so always encouraging them to get any lumps or bumps checked out. I plan to use my mothers story to help others
How would you rate CHSP鈥檚 current efforts to improve inclusion and connection among faculty, staff, and students across diverse communities (e.g., cultural, gender, sexual orientation, international)?
- Results were:
- 50% very effective
- 50% very ineffective
How would you rate CHSP鈥檚 current efforts to improve inclusion and connection among faculty, staff, and students across diverse communities (e.g., cultural, gender, sexual orientation, international)?
- Results were:
- 50% very effective
- 50% very ineffective
Do you feel a strong sense of belonging within CHSP?
- Results were:
- 50% yes
- 50% not sure