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LGBTQ+ people are at a higher risk of 'adverse brain health:' study

LGBTQ+ adults are at a 15 percent higher risk of composite brain health outcomes — including dementia, strokes, and late-life depression, according to a new study.

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UCSF Receives Six-Figure Grant to Investigate Dementia in LGBTQ Elders

The first-of-its-kind study, led by Dr. Jason Flatt, seeks to find risk factors for Alzheimer's disease and related dementia.

Colin Firth and Stanley Tucci Play Gay Again in Heartfelt 'Supernova'

They play a longtime couple grappling with a dementia diagnosis in the first trailer for the film. 

This week on The Advocates: A gay astrophotographer makes history, again

Also: A best-selling author documents his mother's dementia journey, and Stacy London advocates for women's health.

How Does the LGBTQ Mind Age?

A new study finds queer seniors get dementia at different numbers than straight people, and makes clear more research is necessary.

How Friends Stanley Tucci and Colin Firth Became Lovers in 'Supernova'

The actors talk about dealing with dementia in Supernova and gay casting debates in Hollywood in The Advocate's latest cover story. 

Chevy Holiday Ad Prompts Memories of Those Who Lost Theirs

John Casey writes about the memories that Christmas and Chevy stur up.

Op-ed: Alzheimer's Disease Doesn't Discriminate

Who will take care of you in your old age?

How Love Flourished in the Wake of Alzheimer’s

Phil Gutis never thought he wanted to get married. That was until a terrifying disease knocked on his door.