BMS launches disability diversity initiative

Bristol Myers Squibb reports the launch of the Disability Diversity in Clinical Trials initiative. The initiative aims to make recommendations on how to effectively improve access, engagement, speed of enrollment, and participation of people with disabilities in clinical trials.

“Through this work, Bristol Myers Squibb can set the standard and stage for access to life-changing and life-saving medicines for people with disabilities,” said Samit Hirawat, M.D., executive vice president and chief medical officer, Global Drug Development, Bristol Myers Squibb. “The long-term goal of our DDiCT program is to develop and pilot trials that are accessible to the widest variety of patients.”

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