World Hepatitis Day (July 28) brings us together to raise awareness of hepatitis and influence real change. But what is hepatitis? According to the CDC website, Viral hepatitis — a group of infectious diseases known as hepatitis A, B, C,…
Nonbinary is an umbrella term, or a gender identity in and of itself, describing a spectrum that is not exclusively male or female — it describes identities that lie outside or between the identities of man or woman.There is no…
At Howard Brown Health we care about our patients, who are our partners in care. We are proud to provide Chicago an innovative system of healthcare that builds trust and community. Every patient and client that comes through our doors…
Howard Brown Health’s COVID-19 response emerged from decades of experience in pandemic response during the HIV/AIDS crisis and in infectious disease care, working with people affected by STIs, hepatitis, and meningitis, all of which have taken heavy tolls on LGBTQ communities. Rare among…
Hello, I’m Andrei. I’m the new Events Planner at Howard Brown Health and I’m not a runner. Even after four marathons, dozens of half-marathons, and hundreds of miles of preparation – I still have no idea how to train properly,…
Content Warning: Description of transphobic anti-Black violence Against the backdrop of the Trump Administration’s reversal of transgender health protections under the Affordable Care Act, the COVID-19 pandemic, and nationwide resistance to police violence, the recent deaths of Dominique “Rem’mie” Fells…
Like so many across the country, Howard Brown Health continues to feel outraged at the death of George Floyd and the systemic oppression his tragedy represents. The energy and urgency of this moment must be sustained in order for government,…
Howard Brown Health prepares to say good-bye to our Deputy CEO Kristin Keglovitz Baker who is planning a move out of state in July 2020. We wish her and her family great fortunate as they start their next journey. We…
As May, and thus Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) Awareness Month ends, we are reminded of how far racial equality needs to go. Oppression of AAPI people is inextricably linked to oppression of Black Americans and other marginalized races and…
Returning is always bittersweet, but more so in the age of COVID-19. The La Villita neighborhood of my childhood memories was a vibrant, gritty place of crowded stores along 26th Street and churches full of parishioners on Sundays. Extended families…
As May is Mental Health Awareness Month, now is a great time to reflect on how you are coping with COVID-19 related stress and changes. Many people feel understandably elevated levels of stress during this pandemic. Although it can be…
At Howard Brown Health, Aging Services is committed to helping LGBTQ seniors care for their mind, body, and soul. Our staff specialize in the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease and disability in older adults. We also offer educational programs…