May 16 forum in
New York to focus on HIV prevention for gay men at
midlife

Award-winning playwright Terrence McNally will lead a public discussion on midlife issues affecting gay men, including the need for greater HIV prevention efforts, at a forum held May 16 in New York City. The event is organized by the HIV Forum. Epidemiological data shows that up to 30% of new HIV infections occurring in New York City are among gay men over the age of 40, but HIV prevention efforts rarely target older gay men, forum officials say. "Gay baby boomers have lived most of their adult lives through the lens of HIV/AIDS, experiencing the loss of partners, friends, and people in their community," says event organizer Bruce Kellerhouse. "This forum will give voice to midlife gay men's experience of surviving HIV and consider opportunities for healing and thriving." The event will be held 7-9 p.m. at the Fashion Institute of Technology's Haft Auditorium, located on West 27th Street between 6th and 7th avenues. Admission is free.