Novartis US Foundation commits $25M to improve health equity by reducing health disparities in the US

Building on $10M+ commitments to date, US Foundation is providing up to an additional $15M due to emergence of COVID-19 pandemic and elevated focus on social injustice. Commitment to include partnerships and support to address the underrepresentation of minorities, including African American/Black and Hispanic communities, in clinical trials, and reinforces US Foundation focus on improving health by strengthening health systems, eliminating barriers to care and addressing social determinants of health.

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Novartis US Foundation Commits $25M to Improve Health Equity by Reducing Health Disparities in the US

Wednesday, September 16, 2020 - 15:00

Today the Novartis US Foundation announced a total commitment of USD 25 million to develop partnerships and fund community organizations and programs that address health inequities, with a focus on diversity in clinical trials, in the United States

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