Purpose. Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer death, with most cases attributable to cigarette smoking. Many communities within the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer/questioning (LGBTQ+) umbrella have high rates of smoking, but focused lung cancer prevention is limited. Our objective was to utilize a community-based participatory research (CBPR) approach to guide the development of a program focused on lung cancer prevention in LGBTQ+ elders. Methods. Through community partnerships, we recruited participants who self-identified as LGBTQ+ and were eligible for lung cancer screening (LCS) to participate in semi-structured qualitative discussions with complementary surveys. Qualitative guides were developed to collect data on determinants of smoking cessation and LCS and to elicit feedback on interventions to support lung cancer prevention through a tailored approach to patient navigation. Qualitative data were analyzed using rapid templated analysis to elucidate themes. Results. The 21 enrolled participants had diverse sexual and gender identities and 57% were of minoritized race/ethnicity. Most (81%) had experience with smoking cessation but few (10%) had undergone LCS. Overall themes suggest interest in personalized (to individuals), tailored (to the LGBTQ+ community) and integrated longitudinal programs to support lung cancer prevention. Themes suggest strong endorsement of focused messaging to LGBTQ+ persons and reducing stigma related to LGBTQ+ identity and smoking. Conclusions. Themes highlight the need for integrated tobacco and LCS programming which can provide longitudinal support, and ideally, center community settings and peer support. This formative work will be utilized to adapt a patient navigation program to assist screen-eligible LGBTQ+ elders.
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