LGBTQ+ Individuals Have Higher Rates of Cancer Because of Disparities in Modifiable Risk Factors, ACS Says.

The article reveals the higher rates of cancer among lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer (LGBT+) individuals due to disparities in modifiable risk factors, according to a report from the American Cancer Society (ACS). Factors implicated for the disparities affecting access to LGBTQ+ individuals to cancer care include harassment in healthcare settings and minority stress. Other factors for increased risk of cancer include cigarette smoking, excess body weight and alcohol use.