Skin cancer rates differ among sexual minority and heterosexual adults, study finds

Study finds differences in lifetime prevalence of skin cancer based on sexual orientation, race, and gender among adults.

Study published in JAMA Dermatology found differences in skin cancer prevalence among sexual minority (SM) adults across racial and ethnic groups and between males and females.
SM males had higher lifetime prevalence rates of skin cancer compared to heterosexual males, particularly among Hispanic and non-Hispanic Black males.
SM females had lower skin cancer prevalence rates compared to heterosexual females for non-Hispanic Whites, but higher rates for Hispanic and non-Hispanic Black females.
Researchers suggest future research and interventions should consider race, ethnicity, and sexual identity when addressing skin cancer and related risk behaviors.
Emphasis should be placed on Black and Hispanic SM females and males, as well as White gay males in skin cancer prevention efforts.

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