Exciting news! Our dental program is now scheduling appointments on a limited basis. We have safety precautions in place to protect both our patients and staff. We take dental insurance, and our caring, affirming staff will take great care of you! For more information on scheduling, call 860-278-4163.
CONTINUE READINGAll of us at Hartford Gay and Lesbian Health Collective wish you a happy 4th of July weekend. Relax and enjoy, and stay safe and healthy! Kim Adamski, our HIV Prevention Specialist, has some tips on staying safe while you enjoy your long weekend.
CONTINUE READINGThese past few months have been challenging for everyone. Not a news flash, we know. Is there anyone who has not experienced a major life shift? Indeed, it seems that the ground is constantly moving from under us. This June brings Connecticut making tentative steps to return to “normal” and our community’s celebration of Pride […]
CONTINUE READINGCivil unrest. It is all around us. We watched a man being killed by another man. We watched a black man being killed by a police officer, while other police officers stood by and did nothing. The people who took an oath to protect and serve, did not. Anger. Rage. Disbelief. Pain. Terror. A very courageous person filmed […]
CONTINUE READINGQueer Prom is coming….virtually! On Thursday, June 25, tune in for drag, music, and tons of social media fun. And don’t miss our giveaways and social media content leading up to prom! Use the hashtag #BeYouQueerProm2020 to keep up with pre-prom excitement. This event is presented by Hartford Gay and Lesbian Health Collective, with New Haven Pride Center, Triangle […]
CONTINUE READINGThe Hartford Gay & Lesbian Health Collective announced the retirement of Bill Petrosky, Director of HIV Prevention and Care Services. Bill joined our agency in 2008 when our HIV Prevention program expanded significantly to include a multifacted outreach component focused on gay and bisexual men to combat the spread of HIV/AIDS and STDs. The aim […]
CONTINUE READINGBy now, you’ve likely heard that all over the US, small groups of protesters are demonstrating at state capitols over their displeasure with state mandates on masks, quarantine, and other public health policies to help slow Coronavirus. Maybe you even agree with them. After all, being told what to do is never a great feeling. […]
CONTINUE READINGThe CDC recently listed six new potential symptoms of COVID-19 infection. Now, in addition to fever, coughing, and shortness of breath, you should monitor yourself for chills, shaking, muscle pain, headache, sore throat, and loss of taste/smell. If you feel sick with any of these symptoms, call your doctor as soon as possible for advice. […]
CONTINUE READINGNo matter who you hear it from, do NOT drink, inject, or put into your body ANY type of disinfectant or cleaning product. It will NOT treat Coronavirus, or any other infection, and it will harm or kill you.UV light exposure will not treat Coronavirus, either, and too much can cause harm. If you think […]
CONTINUE READINGAs of April 20, 2020, at 8pm, Connecticut residents will be required to wear face masks or coverings in public situations where social contact is unavoidable. Face coverings include masks, surgical or handmade; and items like scarves and bandannas. The covering must cover both your nose and mouth completely,. Be sure that you wash your […]
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