Part of Legacy Community Health’s GLP-1 Series Protein is everywhere right now. Walk into any grocery store, and you’ll find protein-fortified pasta, high-protein yogurt, and protein bars galore. According to the 2025 IFIC Food and Health Survey, 70% of Americans are actively trying to consume more protein, which is the top nutrient priority for the …
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NEWS RELEASE  HOUSTON, TX (November 9, 2026) – Legacy Community Health announced that Melisa Garcia, Senior Vice President of Business Services, has received the Healthcare Financial Management Association’s (HFMA) Women’s Leadership Recognition Award. The award honors women whose leadership and work have made a meaningful difference within their organizations. Garcia was recognized at HFMA …
If you have polycystic ovary syndrome, or suspect you might, you may have noticed the letters shifting lately. The condition long known as PCOS now has a new name, polyendocrine metabolic ovarian syndrome, or PMOS for short. The change followed the science. A global group of more than 50 academic, clinical, and patient organizations agreed …
More kids than ever are getting diabetes. A recent global study found that cases in children and teens have nearly doubled since 1990, and researchers expect that number to keep climbing. If your child was just diagnosed, or you’re seeing warning signs, our pediatric team hears from families like yours every week. National Diabetes Month …
Clinical guidance from Legacy Community Health’s pharmacy team Starting a new medication like Ozempic is a significant step in managing your diabetes. Many patients have questions about using the injection pen correctly, and that’s completely normal. With proper guidance and practice, using your Ozempic pen will become a confident part of your daily routine. “Once …
NEWS RELEASE HOUSTON, TX (October 26, 2026) – Legacy Community Health’s 16th Annual Frank Billingsley Golf Classic raised more than $600,000 for student health, setting a new fundraising record. The total surpassed last year’s record of $500,000, reflecting the continued growth and community support behind the annual event. For 16 years, Frank Billingsley has …
Legacy Acres Homes, our newest clinic at 3011 W. Gulf Bank Road, officially celebrated its grand opening on October 2, after serving patients since this summer. The new location offers primary care, women’s health, behavioral health, and more. “Acres Homes has spent generations building something worth investing in, and families here deserve care that reflects …
Pink eye, medically known as conjunctivitis, sends about 3 million kids home from school each year, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. But it’s not just a childhood condition. Adults get it too, and it’s one of the most common reasons people of all ages end up at the doctor’s office with …
Getting your child to the dentist in Pasadena just got a lot easier. Legacy Community Health has opened a new pediatric dental clinic at its Pasadena Southmore location, filling a gap in care for families in the area. The clinic sits in a brand-new building at 1951 Southmore Ave. It has four treatment rooms and …
Media Alert Texas Federally Qualified Health Center receives national recognition for efforts to reduce burnout and support the professional fulfillment of physicians and care teams HOUSTON, TX (October 7, 2026) – Legacy Community Health has earned Bronze-level recognition from the American Medical Association (AMA) as a 2026 Joy in Medicine® organization. The …










