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Medical Racism: A Sickness in Our Systems

Australia's health sector stands accused of racist practices. We must diagnose and treat this deep-seated disease now.

Medical Racism: A Sickness in Our Systems
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Australia's Royal Commission exposes systemic medical racism, an undeniable scar on our nation's conscience. This isn't isolated malpractice, but a fundamental design flaw, perpetuating injustice within institutions meant to heal. The healthcare system is not broken; it was built this way. When will we dismantle these discriminatory foundations?

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Focusing on systemic racism risks overlooking individual accountability and the efforts of many dedicated healthcare professionals working against discrimination daily.

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  • ·Systemic racism
  • ·Healthcare reform
  • ·Institutional bias
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