Guided by patient and client needs, Howard Brown Health today announced three expansion initiatives aimed at increasing our ability to provide affirming, nonjudgmental, and culturally competent health and wellness services across the City of Chicago. A project aimed at increasing…
by Amy Nicole Miller, Manager of Women’s Health Services January is cervical health awareness month. This time each year we are reminded of the importance to take charge of our health by understanding more about HPV, the primary cause of cervical…
By Nathaniel De La Cruz Who are Patient Services Representatives (PSRs)? We are the people who greet Howard Brown Health patients and clients at the door, who assist with check-in, insurance, and scheduling, and lay the foundation of care for…
Giving Tuesday is a global day of generosity on December 3 – It’s like donation cardio! It’s your chance to support Howard Brown Health’s work in LGBTQ health. This year, our Giving Tuesday goal is as big as our hearts…
November is Transgender Awareness Month. This month is about the recognition of and education around transgender, gender nonconforming, and nonbinary identities. Here are some basic definitions that are important when discussing trans health: To be transgender is to identify with…
What treatment as prevention means for people living with HIV and their partners With celebrities talking about “U=U” we ask ourselves – What does it mean? “U=U” is an easy way to remember that undetectable is untransmittable. That means if…
This month we’re talking about breast cancer. This is because October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, which is very significant to us here at Howard Brown Health. It’s important for people of all genders to take care oneself and their…
This morning, Howard Brown Health and our community are watching what is happening in Washington, DC. Today, October 8, 2019, is the day when the Supreme Court of the United States (SCOTUS) is considering three cases: Altitude Express Inc. v….
Are you ready for a frighteningly good time? This year’s Big Orange Ball will have everything, including DJ Megan Taylor! We’ve asked her to put together a spooky playlist for us. 🎃 Check out DJ Megan Taylor’s Halloween Playlist! She…
By David Ernesto Munar, President & CEO, Howard Brown Health As Howard Brown Health has expanded its care network to include three clinic locations on the Southside, our patients and staff have dreamed of a new southside facility to house…
I don’t know how to say good-bye to a legend like Michael Bauer. He was an activist, role model, friend, convener, master strategist, and change-maker. Gregarious, funny, and a bundle of energy, Michael spoke his mind and showed such care and…