Health-Related Social Needs Among LGB+ Veterans

Does the prevalence of 13 health-related social needs differ by sexual orientation among US veterans?In this cross-sectional study of a national sample of 6296 primary care patients served by the Veterans Health Administration, veterans who identified as lesbian, gay, bisexual, additional orientations, or not sure (LGB+) endorsed a greater need for support for managing experiences of discrimination and getting or maintaining housing compared with those who identified as straight.While most health-related social needs did not differ by sexual orientation, the findings suggest LGB+ veterans have need for increased support around discriminatory experiences and housing.

Corresponding Author: Leslie R. M. Hausmann, PhD, Center for Healthcare Evaluation, Research, and Promotion (CHERP), VA Pittsburgh Healthcare System, University Dr (151C), Pittsburgh, PA 15240-1001 (leslie.hausmann@va.gov).

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