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By Carolina Boyd A woman’s menstrual period is an indicator of her health as well as any issues that may be going on in her body. Many women get their period on a regular monthly basis. However, it is not uncommon to develop irregular menstrual periods during the course of a woman’s life. A period …
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Aug
Aug
By Dr. Teandra Gordon, LMFT-S, Clinical Director of School-Based Behavioral Health What does it mean to be present in your child’s life? To each person or parent, it can mean something different. To most people, it means being fully engaged in the moment; not focusing on your phone or any other distraction. As parents, we …
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Aug
Aug
By Barrett White One was an HIV activist at the height of the crisis. One continues the fight today, for a new generation. We sat down with both of them to discuss the role of the activist – then and now – and where the fight to end HIV is heading. In the late …
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Aug
Aug
Women face different health concerns as they go through the various stages of their lives. Legacy Community Health offers a comprehensive range of OB/GYN services to help women of any age with many of these issues. Legacy has added two new procedures to expand its services. The Loop Electrosurgical Excision Procedure (LEEP) and pelvic ultrasounds …
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Aug
Aug
By Carolina Boyd As the summer break winds down and kids are returning back to school, it is essential to make sure they are getting enough sleep. A good night’s sleep is crucial for the learning process. According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, children between the ages of 6 to 12 need between 9 …
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Aug
Aug
According to an annual census, the homeless population in Houston has dropped since 2011. For those still on the streets, collaborations between organizations like Legacy, The Montrose Center, and Healthcare for the Homeless are essential. By Barrett White “Social determinants of health” might be a mouthful to say, but it’s a term we should …
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Aug
Aug
We’re excited to launch the redesigned Legacy Website Homepage and Navigation! The new site is designed to help drive online visitors to important information faster, to highlight more resources and programs we offer, and to enhance the mobile experience. Some of our new features include: The QuickLinks section on the homepage will help visitors find …
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Aug
Aug
The first day of school is fast approaching. Does your back-to-school checklist include getting your kids up to date on their immunizations? As a parent, getting your children vaccinated in a timely manner helps to protect them, as well as the health of their classmates, friends, relatives and others in the community. Certain vaccination doses …
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Jul
By Carolina Boyd When Ashley Minkeu gave birth to her son almost eight years ago, she quickly realized she needed help breastfeeding her baby. “I had significant pain each time my son latched on, and since I didn’t know if he was receiving enough milk from me, compared to the formula he was initially drinking, …
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Jul
Jul
The lazy days of summer will soon give way to the hustle and bustle of back-to-school. Before your child returns to class, now is a good time to bring him or her in for an annual wellness exam and/or sports physical. These back-to-school checkups are often the only time most children and teens visit their …
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