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Her partner of 45 years developed Alzheimer’s. She's sharing their story to 'take away fear'

Sue began showing signs of Alzheimer’s disease about ten years ago. Since then, Janice has had to balance her work with caring for the love of her life.

Dementia linked to pollution
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ACT UP member Nanette Kazaoka, a fierce activist for marginalized people, is dead at 83

Kazaoka was an advocate for those living with HIV, the LGBTQ+ community, and other marginalized groups.

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

Who will take care of you in your old age?

Abercrombie & Fitch’s former CEO Mike Jeffries has dementia, his lawyers say

Jeffries, 80, is currently facing criminal charges connected to sex trafficking and interstate prostitution.

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. 

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.

Chevy Holiday Ad Prompts Memories of Those Who Lost Theirs

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

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.

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.

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 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.