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Legacy Community Health: Your Partner in Medicaid Re-enrollment

Medicaid plays an important part in providing millions of individuals and families with access to essential healthcare services. From routine doctor visits and prenatal care, to preventive screenings, dental treatment, and even hospital stays, Medicaid ensures people get the care they need. For those who qualify, enrolling in Medicaid can be life-changing. Yet, many people …

ACA Open Enrollment: Find the Right Health Plan for You and Your Family in 2025

With the Affordable Care Act (ACA) Open Enrollment period having begun November 1, now is the time to sign up for quality, affordable health coverage for yourself and your family for 2025. Legacy Community Health believes that healthcare is a right, and that’s why we are committed to guiding you through the ACA enrollment process. …

National Domestic Violence Awareness Month: Understanding the Impact and Finding Help

According to the National Domestic Violence Hotline, an average of 24 people are victims of rape, physical violence, or stalking by an intimate partner every minute, which is more than 12 million women and men in the United States during a single year. And the Texas Council on Family Violence reported that last year, there …

Navigating Medicare Open Enrollment 2024: Your Guide to Making the Best Choice

Medicare’s Open Enrollment period, running from October 15 to December 7, is the annual window for qualified individuals to review, update, or change their Medicare coverage for 2025. Whether you’re looking to lower costs, access more services, or switch to a plan that better fits your health needs, now is the time to take action. …

Building Lifelong Health Through Strong Dental Habits

When it comes to being healthy, most of us think about getting medical checkups, eating nutritious food, and exercising regularly. But there’s one part of our body that we tend to forget about – our mouths. Yet our oral health can affect everything from our hearts to our immune system. The good news? With the …

Riding Without a Car Seat?

The Power of Pink

In October Legacy wears pink to highlight Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Virtually everyone now knows someone who has been diagnosed. Together, with regular wellness screenings, Legacy and the American Cancer Society are working to make breast cancer history. Cancer doesn’t discriminate, it can affect anyone – even men. Although breast cancer occurs mostly in women, …

Legacy Promotes Health Equity While Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month

Hispanic Heritage Month (September 15-October 15) is a time for celebration. It recognizes the rich history, culture, and contributions of Hispanic and Latinx communities throughout the nation. In Texas, Hispanics account for 40% of the population and are an essential part of the state’s cultural fabric, adding to its diversity and strength. This time is …

Calling all New Moms! Are You Aware of PMADs?

Becoming a mom is often portrayed as a joyful experience, but the reality can be quite different. By Ashley Guidry, Communications Associate Pregnancy and early motherhood naturally come with their share of worries – after all, no one said it was easy. The journey to becoming a new mom is packed with challenges that can …

Apoyo a la lactancia materna para todos

Por: Yanett Hodgson, Consultora de Lactancia, y Ashley Guidry, Asociada de Comunicaciones La Semana Mundial de la Lactancia Materna, establecida en 1992 por la Alianza Mundial para la Acción en Lactancia Materna, se celebra anualmente del 1 al 7 de agosto. El tema de este año, “Cerrando la Brecha: Apoyo a la Lactancia Materna para …