For Patients, Caregivers, and Survivors

Resources and community for LGBTQIA+ people navigating cancer and those who love them.

By The Numbers

160,000 new cancer cases each year among LGBTQIA+ people.

More than 48,938 cancer deaths among LGBTQIA+ patients yearly.

40% reported not knowing about recommended cancer screening tests prior to diagnosis.

35% reported health care providers never discussed cancer screening with them.

28% of transgender and nonbinary adults avoid or delay care due to anticipated mistreatment.

Trans and gender-expansive people are less likely to receive screening tests appropriate for their organs.

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Cancer Support

Find affirming resources for your diagnosis.

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Provider Directory

Connect with LGBTQIA+ affirming doctors.

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Resource Library

Guides, articles, and tools to help you through.

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Stories

Read real voices of LGBTQIA+ cancer survivors.

Survivor Newsletter

Stay updated. Stay connected.

The OUT Surveys

The OUT Surveys collect vital data about the experiences of LGBTQIA+ people affected by cancer and beyond. Together, the OUT: Cancer Survey and OUT: Community Survey help identify barriers, highlight strengths, and drive change in research and care.

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Queer Health is Power

Take the Pledge to Get Screened for breast/chest, cervical, and colorectal cancer.

Out Proud Free

Take action to improve our health and to reduce the impact of tobacco in our communities.

Pride In Prevention

Know & Glow – HPV Info

Learn about screening and prevention to stay ahead of risk and take our HPV Risk Assessment.

Colorectal Cancer

Get answers, find a provider, tips, and more.

Outlast Tobacco

A guide to helping you reimagine a tobacco-free future.

Breathe Out

Help your community #BreatheOut knowing they are free and clear of lung cancer.

In Their Words

“I was always assumed to be straight and cis and misgendered constantly. I was scared speaking up for myself regarding my orientation and gender identity would put my cancer care in jeopardy.”