Disparities in cancer care in individuals with severe mental illness: A narrative review.

Individuals with severe mental illness (SMI) have higher mortality rates from cancer than individuals without SMI. The aim of this paper is to highlight these disparities in cancer care in individuals with SMI and suggest potential solutions. We conducted a narrative review of published papers, focusing on mortality, incidence, behavioral and provider risk factors, screening, diagnosis, treatment, and palliative care among individuals with SMI and cancer.