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A pilot study to assess tobacco use among sexual minorities in Houston, Texas
Irene Tamí-Maury1, Mi-Ting Lin1,2, Hillary L Lapham2
1Department of Behavioral Science, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, Texas.
Background And Objectives:
To assess tobacco use among lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) individuals from the 2014 Houston Pride Parade and Festival in Houston, Texas (TX).
Methods:
Cross-sectional study using convenience sample of LGBT individuals (n = 99) examining tobacco use, sexual orientation, and other socio-demographic factors through survey participation.
Results:
Findings showed a high prevalence of tobacco and electronic cigarettes use. White LGBT individuals had greater odds of using any type of tobacco product.
Discussion And Conclusions:
Despite a high smoking prevalence among the surveyed LGBT individuals, this study sample did not identify tobacco use as a health issue.
Scientific Significance:
Supports the need for further investigation on tobacco-related disparities among LGBT individuals in Houston, TX.
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