South Korea medical school admissions and doctor strike

South Korea's government slows down plan to admit more students to medical schools in order to end a weeks-long strike by doctors, causing tension between government officials and medical groups.

Legislation to Stop Funding for Medical Schools with DEI Practices

House Republicans sponsor legislation to stop federal funding for medical schools with diversity, equity, and inclusion practices. The bill aims to uphold colorblind admissions processes and prevent coercion of students with certain political opinions.

Impact of Critical Race Theory in Medical Schools and Hospitals

Critical race theory has entered medical schools, with over 50% of hospitals prioritizing racial diversity when adding to their board of trustees, according to a survey by the American Hospital Association (AHA). The nonprofit organization Do No Harm is concerned about the focus on equity over merit or relevant experience in board member selection.

South Korea Junior Doctors' Strike

South Korea's government is making a last appeal to junior doctors to end their strike over a push to boost medical school enrollments, threatening to suspend licenses and prosecute strikers. Thousands of medical interns and residents have submitted resignations, with many likely to defy the deadline. The dispute centers around a government plan to admit more students to medical schools to address the country's doctor shortage.