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DisparitiesLesbian, Gay, and Bisexual Cancer Survivors Face Challenges
Lesbian, gay, bisexual, and other non-heterosexual cancer survivors have a lower quality of life than heterosexual cancer survivors, according to a study by Boston University and Harvard University researchers.
Gap in Cancer Death Rates Between Blacks and Whites Narrows
Cancer death rates have historically been higher for African Americans than for whites, but that gap has been narrowing over the past few decades.
Study: Oncologists Want More Education About LGBTQ Issues
A survey of oncologists finds that most say they don’t know enough about how to treat people in the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer/questioning (LGBTQ) community, but want to learn more.
Facts & Figures 2019: US Cancer Death Rate has Dropped 27% in 25 Years
The death rate from cancer in the US has declined steadily over the past 25 years, according to annual statistics reporting from the American Cancer Society.
Report: Cancer Risk Varies Widely Among Hispanic Americans
A new report from the American Cancer Society highlights the wide variation in cancer risk within the US Hispanic/Latino population.