Stress is often treated as something temporary, as reaction to a difficult week or a demanding season. But it is a constant that can take a measurable toll on the body. When something stressful happens, the brain triggers a cascade of hormones that increase heart rate, tighten blood vessels, and raise blood pressure. While this …
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March was National Kidney Month, and if you or someone you love has diabetes, there are some things to keep in mind year-round. Your kidneys do a lot of heavy lifting to keep your body running. They filter 200 quarts of blood every day, manage blood pressure, support red blood cell production, and keep your …
Preparing for college involves more than choosing classes and packing for move-in day ā it also means making sure your health is protected before campus life begins. With April marking World Immunization Week, itās a great time for collegeābound juniors and seniors, along with their parents, to check that recommended vaccinations are up to date. …
As Medical Director of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Legacy Community Health, Dr. Erica Giwa works every day inside one of the most serious public health crises in the country. She sees firsthand how deeply the Black maternal health crisis affects mothers, babies, and entire communities ā and why Legacyās work must go beyond care to …
Pregnancy is an exciting time full of joy and anticipation, as well as a lot of important health decisions. At Legacy Community Health, we want to make sure you have all the information you need for a healthy pregnancy and baby. In this blog, we break down what congenital syphilis means for you and your …
Every March, National Nutrition MonthĀ® is a reminder of something that affects all of us every single day: what we eat matters. Food is not just fuel. What you eat affects your energy, your immune system, your mood, and your long-term risk for chronic disease. For children, the stakes are even higher. According to the …
When news broke in August 2025 that two Klein Cain High School students had been diagnosed with active tuberculosis (TB), many families across the Houston area found themselves with questions. What exactly is TB? How does it spread? And most importantly, what can you do to protect yourself and those you love? These are understandable …
Prevention is protection, and informed patients make the best health decisions. As we head into fall, this is an excellent time to prioritize your reproductive health and ensure youāre staying current with preventive care. At Legacy Community Health, we believe that prevention is protection, and informed patients make the best health decisions. Many women struggle …
Most people have more questions about STIs than answers, and thatās a big problem. STI talk still carries a lot of stigma, and that silence often means misinformation fills the gap. The situation in Houston is real. Houston currently has some of the fastest-growing STI rates in Texas, with vulnerable populations being hit the hardest. …
High blood pressure affects nearly half of all women in America, yet many donāt even know they have it. While men get much of the attention when it comes to heart disease, the reality is that heart disease is the leading cause of death for women in the United States and can affect women at …










