Same-sex couples matter in cancer care

J Oncol Pract. 2015 Mar;11(2):e212-5. doi: 10.1200/JOP.2014.000877. Epub 2015 Jan 6.

Abstract

The authors hope this discussion will spark interest in examining the process of coping with cancer among sexual minority individuals and same-sex couples and lead to enhanced services for this underserved and underrepresented group.

Publication types

  • Research Support, N.I.H., Extramural

MeSH terms

  • Family Characteristics*
  • Health Services Accessibility
  • Homosexuality*
  • Humans
  • Minority Groups
  • Neoplasms* / therapy
  • United States