Health-Related Social Needs Among LGB+ Veterans.

ABSTRACT:

Importance

Veterans identifying as lesbian, gay, bisexual, additional orientations, or not sure (LGB+) may have unique health-related social needs. By addressing social needs, health systems can take steps to alleviate persistent health disparities in this population.

Objective

To evaluate associations between sexual orientation and need for support for social needs among primary care patients served by the Veterans Health Administration (VHA).

Design, setting, and participants

This cross-sectional study used data from a national sample of VHA primary care patients seen in January or February 2023 who were invited to participate in a survey online or by mail. Data collection occurred from March 2 through May 9, 2023.

Exposure

Self-reported sexual orientation (s

SUBMITTER: Lamba S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12573039 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature