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Symptone

Cause Area

  • Community
  • Health & Medicine
  • International
  • Media & Broadcasting
  • Race & Ethnicity

Location

7800 FairviewFort Lauderdale, FL 33321 United States

Website:

http://symptone.org
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Mission Statement

At Symptone, our mission is to revolutionize healthcare by enhancing the understanding and diagnosis of medical conditions on darker skin tones. We are committed to bridging the gap in medical knowledge and representation, advocating for better education and awareness around dermatological conditions that affect people of color. Through our visual database, educational initiatives, and community engagement, we aim to ensure equitable access to healthcare and empower individuals with the knowledge they need for better skin health. Our goal is to create a more inclusive and informed medical community, where every skin tone is accurately represented and understood.

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Symptone is a groundbreaking nonprofit organization dedicated to transforming healthcare by improving the understanding and diagnosis of medical conditions on darker skin tones. Founded by passionate students and advocates, Symptone addresses the critical gap in medical knowledge and representation that affects people of color. Our mission is to create a comprehensive visual database of dermatological conditions, standardizing the way these conditions are recognized and treated.

Through our blog, educational initiatives, and community programs, Symptone empowers individuals with the knowledge they need for better skin health and advocates for equitable access to healthcare. We strive to ensure that every skin tone is accurately represented and understood within the medical community. Our diverse team of volunteers includes student ambassadors, blog writers, video creators, translators, podcasters, and global ambassadors, all working together to promote inclusivity and diversity in healthcare.

Symptone is committed to making a lasting impact by fostering a deeper understanding of medical conditions on people of color, advocating for better education, and raising awareness around healthcare disparities. Together, we are building a more inclusive and informed medical community.

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