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Exploring the Many Intersections of Health Equity in Latin America with Dr. Jeffrey Weitzel
Exploring the Many Intersections of Health Equity in Latin America with Dr. Jeffrey Weitzel
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Length:
40 minutes
Released:
Sep 28, 2020
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Podcast episode
Description
While genetic testing and counseling for breast cancer has been available in the U.S. for many years, accessing these services in Mexico and the rest of Latin America is more challenging due to limited resources. Leading genetics researcher and oncologist, Dr. Jeffrey Weitzel, has devoted his career to decreasing these barriers. Dr. Weitzel, a BCRF investigator since 2013, is director of the Clinical Cancer Genetics Program and professor of oncology and population sciences at the Beckman Research Institute at City of Hope.
Released:
Sep 28, 2020
Format:
Podcast episode
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