We are encouraging everyone to physically distance themselves from others and minimize contact with others outside your home to slow the spread of the coronavirus (COVID-19). We also recognize the importance of sex for many people and that some may continue…
Howard Brown Health is committed to the health and well-being of our patients and community. As we continue to implement necessary precautions regarding coronavirus (COVID-19), the safety of our communities is on our mind at all times. In addition to…
March is Women’s History Month. This March, let’s celebrate women throughout history and the accomplishments they make every day. It’s important to recognize the imbalance and exclusion of women from the cultural conversation. Women’s health in particular matters because all…
Updated 3/20/2020 Patient and client safety is the top priority in the implementation of any changes in Howard Brown Health’s delivery of affirming, responsive healthcare. Any patient that is experiencing flu-like symptoms or believes they have been exposed to COVID-19…
For Black History Month, we asked Howard Brown Health staff “Who are your Black Chicago Heroes?” Throughout this month, there will be many Black Chicagoans celebrated and recognized, who inspire us every day. Who inspires you? Tiera Green writes about…
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…