By Allison McDougall As a global content aficionado, I’m as excited about the language services industry today as I was more than 25 years ago. In addition to new technology and innovation driving the industry (can we talk about something OTHER THAN ChatGPT?!), I especially appreciate the idea of new business models and frameworks that […]
Author: Jake Pressman
The Global Accessibility Regulatory Landscape
Accessibility is a growing concern for businesses globally—and for good reason. According to the World Health Organization, approximately 15% of the world experiences some form of disability. In addition to widening product reach, accessibility can increase product sales to underserved populations. It can also improve company and product reputation. Beyond this, there are over 180 […]
3 Takeaways from the 2020 US Census
In August 2021, the 2020 United States census was released, highlighting demographic data about the country’s population background change since 2010. After sorting through the data, it’s clear there were major shifts over the past decade. From these changes, we’ve outlined three major takeaways. 1) On Race: More Diverse Since 2010, there has been an […]
How Does Medical Interpretation Work?
Whether you’re a healthcare provider or principal investigator in clinical research, medical interpretation is an essential component of quality care and medical product development. Medical interpretation enables patients to make informed decisions regarding their treatment options and health. It’s also required by US law under the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and Executive Order 13166. In […]
Healthcare Equity: Why the Details Matter
When it comes to providing patients with accessible, equitable healthcare, there are dozens of considerations: Does a patient speak English? Does a patient require alternative formats, like large type or Braille? Is your healthcare organization prepared with interpreters for CMS (Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) secret shopper calls? These preparations are a good place […]
Get to Know G3: John Labati
This blog post is the second of our Get to Know G3 series. It provides insight into who our executive team is and why they’re so passionate about our company’s purpose. In our first Get to Know G3 blog post, we explored the background and passion of Stacey Watanabe, our Global Compliance, Privacy, and QA […]
How Extreme Heat Affects Health
The world has been getting hotter. Across the globe temperatures have been rising. Globally, 2016 was the warmest year on record and 2020 was the second warmest. Overall, 2011–2021 has been the hottest decade recorded since thermometer-based observations first began. Phoenix, Arizona—the hottest city in the hottest state in the US—had more than 140 days […]
How Technology Is Transforming Patient Accessibility
July 26, 2021, marked the 31st anniversary of the signing of the ADA, or Americans with Disabilities Act. The ADA prohibits discrimination of people with disabilities. It ensures they have equal opportunities for employment, commerce, and participation in government services and programs. This comprehensive civil rights law has been updated as society, technology, and protections […]
The Restrictions Behind Gay Men and Blood Donations
In the depth of the COVID-19 crisis in 2020, while thousands were sewing homemade masks and gathering nonperishable food donations, blood donation requests from blood banks and hospitals were rising. The Red Cross’s figures from March 2020 indicated a decline of 86,000 blood donations due to the cancellation of 2,700 blood drives across the country. […]
Gender Equality in Clinical Trials
As recently discussed in a panel moderated by G3 Life Sciences’ president, Amanda Ryan, diverse patient populations and accessible clinical trials are essential to ensuring that medications are safe and effective for everyone. Building gender equality into clinical trials from the start is one key method for creating this diversity. Currently, women are widely underrepresented […]
Diversity in Clinical Trials: Holding Ourselves Accountable
On June 22, 2021, the President of G3 Life Sciences, Amanda Ryan, moderated a panel discussion hosted by TransPerfect Life Sciences. She was joined by Aman Khera, VP, Global Head of Regulatory Strategy at Worldwide Clinical Trials, and Luke Gelinas, Advarra’s IRB Chair and Senior Advisor. Discussions around improving diverse representation in clinical trials have […]
10 Historical LGBTQ+ Figures You Should Know
During the month of June, most of the world celebrates Pride Month. Part of this celebration is learning about the historical LGBTQ+ figures who paved the way for gay rights. From poets to politicians and writers to revolutionaries, these LGBTQ+ people left a lasting impact on the world. 1) Marsha P. Johnson In the 1960s—when […]