With the Affordable Care Act (ACA) Open Enrollment period having begun November 1, now is the time to sign up for quality, affordable health coverage for yourself and your family for 2025. Legacy Community Health believes that healthcare is a right, and thatās why we are committed to guiding you through the ACA enrollment process. …
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According to the National Domestic Violence Hotline, an average of 24 people are victims of rape, physical violence, or stalking by an intimate partner every minute, which is more than 12 million women and men in the United States during a single year. And the Texas Council on Family Violence reported that last year, there …
Medicareās Open Enrollment period, running from October 15 to December 7, is the annual window for qualified individuals to review, update, or change their Medicare coverage for 2025. Whether you’re looking to lower costs, access more services, or switch to a plan that better fits your health needs, now is the time to take action. …
When it comes to being healthy, most of us think about getting medical checkups, eating nutritious food, and exercising regularly. But thereās one part of our body that we tend to forget about ā our mouths. Yet our oral health can affect everything from our hearts to our immune system. The good news? With the …
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 doesnāt discriminate, it can affect anyone ā even men. Although breast cancer occurs mostly in women, …
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 stateās cultural fabric, adding to its diversity and strength. This time is …
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 aƱo, “Cerrando la Brecha: Apoyo a la Lactancia Materna para …
No matter why youāre on a health and fitness journey, Felicia Lee-White knows the real work is inside. āI have a calendar with focus words in my gym,ā says Felicia Lee-White, Wellness Manager of Legacyās Body Positive program. āThis monthās words are āFind Itā. Find that it that keeps you going and keep your …
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 yearās theme, āClosing the Gap- Breastfeeding Support for All,ā emphasizes enhancing breastfeeding support to reduce societal inequities, particularly during emergencies and crises. Legacy has pledged …
TW: Mental health outcomes. Mental health is often overlooked in minority communities in the United States. Letās change that. Across the country, millions of people face the reality of living with a mental health condition. Each July, Legacy observes National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month to bring attention to the unique challenges that minoritized communities …