HOUSTON, TX (October 18, 2024) – Today, Legacy Community Health proudly announces that two of its esteemed leaders, Chree Boydstun, Chief Development Officer, and Dr. Vernicka Porter-Sales, Chief of Population Health and Legacy Performance Services Officer, have been honored as 2024 ‘Women Who Mean Business’ by the Houston Business Journal.
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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, …
AUSTIN, TX (October 16, 2024) – The Texas Association of Community Health Centers (TACHC), a private, not-for-profit membership organization dedicated to advancing equitable access to quality health care across Texas, is proud to present Jack Winn, Vice President of Program Development at Legacy Community Health, with the 2024 TACHC Emerging Leader Award.
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 …
HOUSTON, TX (October 11, 2024) – Today, Legacy Community Health announces the 14th Annual Frank Billingsley Golf Classic, presented by Equitable and Hawkins Laakso Wealth Management, will be held on Monday, October 21, 2024, at the Golf Club of Houston.
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 …
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 …
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 …
As the new school year kicks off, many parents and children are excited to get back into routines – kids are ready to see their friends again and parents look forward to the school day structure. While the start of a new school year is an exciting time for learning and socializing, it’s also a …
By: Yanett Hodgson, Lactation Consultant and Ashley Guidry, Communications Associate World Breastfeeding Week, established in 1992 by the World Alliance for Breastfeeding Advocacy, is celebrated annually from August 1-7. This year’s theme, “Closing the Gap- Breastfeeding Support for All,” emphasizes enhancing breastfeeding support to reduce societal inequities, particularly during emergencies and crises. Legacy has pledged …