Exploring social determinants of health in primary care: Approaches to increase research inclusivity

Research on the social determinants of health (SDH) aims to foster a healthier, more equitable society by reducing health disparities. Nonetheless, primary care researchers often face challenges in engaging marginalized populations in their studies. It is essential to explore diverse methodologies to promote inclusive research.

During the fifth annual Primary Care Research (PCR) Connect conference, dedicated to primary care research in Japan, we held a symposium to discuss strategies for enhancing inclusivity in SDH research.