PLOS Glob Public Health September 2022 PMID 36962630

Use of race, ethnicity, and ancestry data in health research.

Clara Lu, Rabeeyah Ahmed, Amel Lamri, Sonia S Anand

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14
Peak: 5 in Sep 2022
across 4 sources since Sep 2022

Extended reach

32,697
potential audience

Total likes

10

Video views

29

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Sep 2022 – Jul 2023

Where it's discussed

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  • YouTube1 videos

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What people are saying

The overall tone indicates an awareness of the complexities in defining race, ethnicity, and ancestry in health research, with posts emphasizing the importance of consistent terminology and careful use of language, such as avoiding interchangeable terms and advocating for self-reported data. Words like 'examine,' 'avoid,' and 'recommendations' reflect a thoughtful but cautious attitude towards the article's implications, signaling moderate engagement and perceived impact.

AgreementNeither agree nor disagree

The discussions reflect a cautious approach, emphasizing the need for clearer definitions rather than outright disagreement or support.

InterestModerate interest

Participants show moderate interest, mainly engaging with the importance of terminology and accurate research practices.

EngagementModerate engagement

The posts demonstrate some depth, referencing specific terms and recommending best practices, indicating thoughtful consideration.

ImpactModerate impact

The conversations highlight a recognized need for improvement in research standards, suggesting moderate potential influence on future studies.

Abstract in brief

  • Race, ethnicity, and ancestry are commonly used in health research, but there is no standard definition, leading to confusion and misuse.
  • These terms should be understood as distinct, with researchers encouraged to define and use them consistently, prioritizing self-reported data over observer-assigned classifications.
  • The article emphasizes the importance of clear, reliable definitions to improve the accuracy and future use of racial, ethnic, and ancestral classifications in health studies.

Top posts

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PLOS Global Public Health
@PLOSGPH · X

In this new review, Clara Lu, Rabeeyah Ahmed, Amel Lamri, and Sonia S. Anand examine past and current understandings of race, ethnicity, and ancestry in research. https://t.co/AM4lIvBUT1 https://t.co/iFLSw9sq3a

Sep 20, 2022 · 10 likes · 5 shares · 11,029 followers View post →
Thomas Piggott MD PhD
@twpiggott · X

RT @PLOSGPH: In this new review, Clara Lu, Rabeeyah Ahmed, Amel Lamri, and Sonia S. Anand examine past and current understandings of race,…

Sep 20, 2022 · 5 shares · 17,151 followers View post →
FamilyTreeTips.co.uk
@FamilyTreeTips2 · X

RT @physorg_health: Researchers should avoid using terms like 'race,' '#ancestry' and '#ethnicity' interchangeably @mcmastereng @PLOSGPH ht…

Sep 19, 2022 · 1 share · 2,356 followers View post →
Julia Robinson
@JuliaE_Robinson · X

RT @PLOSGPH: In this new review, Clara Lu, Rabeeyah Ahmed, Amel Lamri, and Sonia S. Anand examine past and current understandings of race,…

Sep 20, 2022 · 5 shares · 1,637 followers View post →

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@ledzep125 · X

RT @PLOSGPH: In this new review, Clara Lu, Rabeeyah Ahmed, Amel Lamri, and Sonia S. Anand examine past and current understandings of race,…

Sep 20, 2022 · 5 shares · 454 followers View post →
Thomas Piggott MD PhD
@twpiggott · X

RT @PLOSGPH: In this new review, Clara Lu, Rabeeyah Ahmed, Amel Lamri, and Sonia S. Anand examine past and current understandings of race,…

Sep 20, 2022 · 5 shares · 17,151 followers View post →
Julia Robinson
@JuliaE_Robinson · X

RT @PLOSGPH: In this new review, Clara Lu, Rabeeyah Ahmed, Amel Lamri, and Sonia S. Anand examine past and current understandings of race,…

Sep 20, 2022 · 5 shares · 1,637 followers View post →
PLOS Global Public Health
@PLOSGPH · X

In this new review, Clara Lu, Rabeeyah Ahmed, Amel Lamri, and Sonia S. Anand examine past and current understandings of race, ethnicity, and ancestry in research. https://t.co/AM4lIvBUT1 https://t.co/iFLSw9sq3a

Sep 20, 2022 · 10 likes · 5 shares · 11,029 followers View post →
FamilyTreeTips.co.uk
@FamilyTreeTips2 · X

RT @physorg_health: Researchers should avoid using terms like 'race,' '#ancestry' and '#ethnicity' interchangeably @mcmastereng @PLOSGPH ht…

Sep 19, 2022 · 1 share · 2,356 followers View post →