Disparities in mortality by sexual orientation in a large, prospective cohort of female nurses

About The Study: In an otherwise largely homogeneous sample of female nurses, participants identifying as lesbian or bisexual had markedly earlier mortality during the study period compared with heterosexual women. These differences in mortality timing highlight the urgency of addressing modifiable risks and upstream social forces that propagate and perpetuate disparities. 

Authors: Sarah McKetta, M.D., Ph.D., of Harvard University in Boston, is the corresponding author.

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(doi:10.1001/jama.2024.4459)

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