Sexual Minority Women at Higher Risk for Poor Heart Health

Lesbian and bisexual women have lower cardiovascular health scores and hence worse heart health than heterosexual women, according to a recent analysis of data from a cohort of 169,434 individuals who lived across 21 cities in France. The study suggests that lower contact with healthcare providers, for example, during pregnancy or accessing contraception, could be one reason for the disparity. Health disparities affecting gay, lesbian, and bisexual people have been acknowledged for decades, but the extent and causes are unclear.