Tag Archives: adult medicine

Breaking Down Barriers: How Legacy Community Health Supports Patients with Specialty Medications

 For tens of thousands of people in the Houston area, accessing life-saving specialty medications to treat their complex, chronic conditions may feel impossible. High drug costs force many to choose between their health and financial stability. However, Legacy Community Health believes no one should have to make that choice. Through their Specialty Pharmacy Services, …

Protecting Our Community: Addressing Lead Poisoning Risks in Houston’s Fifth Ward

By Legacy Community Health Lead contamination is a pressing threat in Houston’s Fifth Ward with recent reports, including a Houston Chronicle report on a Texas A&M soil study, exposing alarming levels of lead in local soil—levels four times higher than the state average. Dr. Vanita Agrawal, Adult Medicine specialist at Legacy Community Health, explains that …

Consejos de Seguridad para Adultos Mayores en Clima Frío

El clima invernal puede representar serios riesgos para las personas mayores, desde la hipotermia hasta caídas y otros desafíos de salud. Debido a factores relacionados con la edad, como una circulación reducida o condiciones de enfermedades crónicas, las personas mayores son particularmente vulnerables durante los meses fríos. La planificación proactiva es clave para mantenerse seguro …

Cold Weather Safety Tips for Seniors

Winter weather can pose serious risks for seniors, from hypothermia to falls and other health challenges. Seniors are particularly vulnerable during the colder months due to age-related factors such as reduced circulation or chronic health conditions. Proactive planning is key to staying safe and healthy during the season. Caregivers also play an essential role in …

Legacy Community Health Offers Comprehensive Care for HIV Patients

For decades, Legacy Community Health has been at the forefront of HIV/AIDS care. Our history and ongoing commitment to inclusive care make us a trusted provider for individuals living with HIV. With more than 28,000 HIV-positive people living in the Houston area, access to patient-centered care has never been more important. Our dedicated team of …

Felicia Lee-White is your cheerleader – and she’s waiting for you to enter the playing field

No matter why you’re on a health and fitness journey, Felicia Lee-White knows the real work is inside.   “I have a calendar with focus words in my gym,” says Felicia Lee-White, Wellness Manager of Legacy’s Body Positive program. “This month’s words are ‘Find It’. Find that it that keeps you going and keep your …

S.H.E. Ready Presents: Our Voices on Black Love

Black women residing in the Greater Houston Area face historic social and cultural barriers that affect their access to empowering healthcare resources and education. Dedicated to making a lasting impact on the lives of Black women, the Sexual Health Empowerment and Readiness Project for Black Women (S.H.E. Ready) aims to address the sexual health disparities …

Do you need both a physical and a well woman exam?

Did you know that while there is some overlap, both exams are crucial for your overall health. By Barrett White We’ve all heard that annual check-ups are important, but we often don’t know which services to pursue when we book that appointment. Often when a woman requests an annual exam, she might be booked for …

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 …

Can your morning brew harm your teeth?

There’s no need to ditch your morning coffee, but how you drink it could affect the health of those pearly whites. By Barrett White A short, snappy video recently went viral on TikTok, where a dentist describes how sipping on your coffee throughout the morning can be bad for your teeth. The dentist in the …

_linkedin_partner_id = "3379050"; window._linkedin_data_partner_ids = window._linkedin_data_partner_ids || []; window._linkedin_data_partner_ids.push(_linkedin_partner_id);