Category Archives: Family Medicine

Can’t Handle the Texas Heat? Follow these Cool Tips to Stay Safe

By Ashley Guidry, Communications Associate Extreme heat is one of the top weather-related killers threatening the most medically vulnerable in the United States. How can Houstonians prepare against this deadly heat? A devastating storm hit Houston on May 17th, resulting in at least seven deaths, along with nearly a million residents and multiple schools without …

Prioritizing Skin Health During Skin Cancer Awareness Month

May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month, where we highlight the importance of skin health as the sunny days of summer fast approach. At Legacy Community Health, we understand the unique health needs of our diverse Houston community. With rising skin cancer rates in Texas, especially in Houston, it’s essential to educate and empower individuals about …

Spring into Action: Combatting the Effects of DXM Misuse

Combatting Effects of DXM Misuse

About one in four teens know someone who ingests DXM, are you aware of the risks of DXM misuse? By Neethu Mathew, Clinical Pharmacy Specialist and Ashley Guidry, Communications Associate The winter months have ended and spring is finally here! Unfortunately, this means common cold cases are on the rise. The pandemic interrupted the typical …

Today is National Youth HIV/AIDS Awareness Day

By Barrett White National Youth HIV/AIDS Awareness Day (NYHAAD) is dedicated to highlighting the impact of HIV/AIDS on the lives of young individuals, advocating for improved access to care, and promoting preventive measures to end HIV – and HIV stigma. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), youth aged 13 to 24 …

Legacy Observes National Eating Disorders Awareness Week

This week is National Eating Disorders Awareness Week. It’s a time for us to learn, share, and support each other on a topic that touches many lives, maybe even our own or those of people we care about. Eating disorders can lead to serious health outcomes and can affect anyone. The good news is, help …

Nuevos Cambios en Medicaid que benefician a las madres de Texas

Texas extenderá la cobertura para madres actuales y nuevas hasta 12 meses después del parto a partir del 1 de marzo. Por Ashley Guidry, Asociada de Comunicación En enero de 2024, los Centros Federales de Servicios de Medicare y Medicaid (CMS) aprobaron el plan de Texas para proporcionar 12 meses de cobertura de atención médica …

New Medicaid Changes that Help Texas Mothers

Texas will extend coverage for current and new moms for up to 12 months post-pregnancy beginning March 1st. By Ashley Guidry, Communications Associate In January 2024, the Federal Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) approved Texas’ plan to provide 12 months of postpartum health care coverage. Previously, coverage lasted two months but, with the …

Keeping Your Child’s Smile Bright: February is National Children’s Dental Health Month

February is National Children’s Dental Health Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about the importance of dental health for kiddos. This month, Legacy Community Health first welcomed students of Galena Park ISD to their brand new pediatric dental clinic – the first of its kind for Legacy’s school-based health program. And just in time, …

Prioritizing Children Safety During the Holidays

by Ashley Guidry, Communications Associate As the year slowly comes to an end, prioritizing children’s safety during get-togethers with family and friends is key to entering the holidays happy and healthy. Although most accidents are preventable, life itself is unpredictable. You can’t control every aspect of your day. According to the CDC, every hour a …

The Rise of Maternity Deserts in Texas

Maternity Deserts Texas

The existence of maternity deserts has grown at an alarming rate. How do we close this maternal health gap for a better tomorrow? by Dr. Cynthia Roland and Ashley Guidry, Communications Associate According to the March of Dimes, two million individuals across the country live in areas without access to birthing facilities. “I believe this is the …