Bernie McInally - LGBTQ+ and higher dementia risk

Bernie McInally narrates his blog written for Dementia Researcher.

In this updated blog, Bernie McInally examines the heightened dementia risk among LGBTQ+ individuals, driven by factors like minority stress, social isolation, and health inequalities. Drawing on the latest ENRICH Scotland care home survey, he reveals the lack of structured LGBTQ+ support and calls for targeted action—through training, dedicated roles, inclusive research practices, and stronger community engagement. Bernie argues this isn’t just a gap in research, it’s a call for systemic change in care environments.

Find the original text, and narration here on our website.

https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/blog-lgbtq-and-higher-dementia-risk/

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Bernie McInally is a Clinical Studies Officer at NHS Lothian and the Neuroprogressive and Dementia Network. Bernie's background is in Nursing, working in Mental Health and with Older People. He retired from full time NHS clinical work, and is now back working in Clinical Research supporting delivery of the Enabling Research in Care Homes (ENRICH) Scotland. He is passionate about research delivery, and opening access to people in all communities.

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