On February 21, Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton issued an opinion stating his belief that gender-affirming care for transgender youth constitutes child abuse under Texas law. Shortly thereafter, Texas Governor Greg Abbott sent a letter to the Department of Family…
On January 1, 2022, there was a change in the definition of infertility in the Illinois insurance code, under the Public Act 102-0170. What is the Public Act 102-1070? Public Act 102-0170 updates the definition of infertility in Illinois to…
As one of the nation’s leading provider of LGBTQ+ healthcare, Howard Brown Health has a strong legacy of serving those who are most in need, challenging convention within the healthcare field, and advancing the narrative of queer identity. This work…
The 2022 Illinois Legislative Session has begun and we need your help to pass an important piece of legislation through the Senate. House Bill 2542, also known as the Name Change Modernization Bill, is vital for advancing health equity for…
Dear Community Members: On behalf of the Board of Directors, I am pleased to welcome you to Howard Brown Health. I am honored and humbled to be the first Black non binary woman to serve as Howard Brown Health Board Chair,…
With Martin Luther King Jr. Day approaching, one crucial way that we can uphold the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. is by advocating for policies that advance racial justice and health equity. Over the next few days, the U.S….
In November, the U.S. House of Representatives passed their version of the Build Back Better (BBB) Act. The bill now moves to the Senate, where further adjustments may be made. Here is a summary of the major healthcare and social…
Caregivers provide support for some of the most vulnerable people in our communities. Howard Brown Health celebrates caregivers and encourages you to support the caregivers in your life and community. Whether it be providing direct services to children, people living with…
Effective December, 1, 2021, prescription services for the Illinois Department of Public Health’s Medication Assistance Program (MAP) and PrEP4IL will be transitioned from CVS Pharmacy to Walgreens Pharmacy. All PrEP4IL and ADAP/MAP prescription refills will be automatically transferred from CVS…
On the heels of the Rittenhouse trial, Howard Brown Health feels a degree of relief for the McMichaels and Bryan verdicts for the murder of Ahmaud Arbery. This outcome is just the tip of the iceberg for the healing process…
Rittenhouse Verdict Statement Today, Kyle Rittenhouse was found not guilty of all felonies he was charged with following his shooting of three people, two fatally, during protests in Kenosha, Wisconsin last year. We know that this sentence carries with it…
Updates on Medical Forensic Exams, Religious Exemptions for COVID Safety, and Abortion Access in Illinois Last week, the Illinois General Assembly wrapped up a very busy Veto Session where a number of key legislative measures were passed, including SB 336….