What if you had hepatitis and didn’t know it? Many people with hepatitis B or hepatitis C have no symptoms until serious liver damage has already occurred. That’s why testing is so important. Viral hepatitis remains a major public health concern, yet many people do not realize they are infected until complications develop. According to …
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Asthma affects more than 260 million people worldwide and is responsible for over 450,000 deaths each year, most of which are preventable. For Houston families, that statistic is not abstract, but rather a reminder that having the right medications and the right information can mean the difference between a manageable flare and a medical emergency. …
Seeing stories of hantavirus in the news might leave you wondering what it means for you and your family. With hantavirus, as with any health concern, awareness is the best place to start. The facts about hantavirus are reassuring, but there are some things to consider, especially for people cleaning out garages, cabins, and storage …
As we move through life, our bodies undergo countless changes. Some we expect, like gray hair or a few wrinkles, and others that catch us by surprise. One change that surprises a lot of folks is how their sense of taste evolves over time. If you’ve noticed that your favorite foods don’t taste quite the …
(L to R) Vice President of Asset and Project Management Jerry Callaway, Construction Project Manager Amanda Keadle, and Director of Project Management Isaura Garcia Ask Jerry Callaway what he loves most about finishing a clinic, and he won’t mention the ribbon cutting or the opening day activities. One of his favorite things to do …
We get it. Life is busy. Between work, family, and everything in between, sometimes you just need a little boost to get through the day. And those flashy cans with bold promises of energy and focus? They can be pretty tempting. But before you reach for that energy drink, let’s talk about what you’re really …
NEWS RELEASE Media Contact: Sandra Fernandez sfernandez2@legacycommunityhealth.org (713) 568-5604 Award Recognizes Innovation in Pharmacy Services, Medication Access, and Patient Health Outcomes HOUSTON (August 28, 2026) – Helping patients access medications, manage chronic conditions, and achieve better health outcomes has earned the Legacy Community Health Pharmacy team the 2026 Excellence in Patient Outcomes Award from …
Summer in Houston is a bit of a trade-off. You finally have long evenings and more time to be outside. The downside is that you have to share it with mosquitoes. And this year, those tiny pests are showing up in bigger numbers than usual. They also tend to stick around into the fall, so …
MEDIA ALERT Media Contacts: Joshua Davis jdavis@legacycommunityhealth.org (409) 998-0056 BEAUMONT, TX (August 26, 2026) – As healthcare systems across Southeast Texas navigate growing challenges related to access to care, workforce shortages, chronic disease and behavioral health, Legacy Community Health will convene regional healthcare leaders for the inaugural State of Healthcare in Southeast Texas Luncheon. …
NEWS RELEASE Media Contact: Sandra Fernandez sfernandez2@legacycommunityhealth.org (713) 568-5604 HOUSTON, TX (August 24, 2026) – Legacy Community Health is proud to announce that Dr. Chad Lemaire, a psychiatrist specializing in integrated behavioral health, has been selected to receive the Psychiatric Excellence Award from the Texas Society of Psychiatric Physicians (TSPP). The award is one …










