The LGBTQ+ Community is Disproportionately Burdened by Cancer
Rutgers Cancer InstituteCancer health disparities are differences in cancer burden experienced by members of marginalized communities. As such, discrimination based on gender identity and/or sexual orientation contributes to cancer disparities today. While data about cancer among members of the LGBTQ+ community is somewhat limited, recent studies have found that members of this group may have an elevated rate of cancer diagnoses. Our experts share more.