Lesbians and bisexual women are both underrepresented populations in current research on aging and health disparities, according to a review of available literature. Traditional health literature has grouped lesbians, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) people, ignoring the differing health needs of each group. Further review of research reveals that even less is known about the health concerns of elder Black lesbian and bisexual women.
By Tiffany Rice
Lesbians and bisexual women are both underrepresented populations in current research on aging and health disparities, according to a review of available literature. Traditional health literature has grouped lesbians, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) people, ignoring the differing health needs of each group. Further review of research reveals that even less is known about the health concerns of elder Black lesbian and bisexual women.