Category Archives: Family Medicine

”Atención, nuevas mamÔs! ¿Sabes qué son los PMAD?

Ser mamĆ” suele mostrarse como una experiencia llena de alegrĆ­a, pero la realidad puede ser muy diferente. Por Ashley Guidry, Asociada de Comunicación Estar embarazada y ser una mamĆ” primeriza trae muchas preocupaciones, y con razón: nadie dijo que serĆ­a fĆ”cil. El camino hacia la maternidad estĆ” lleno de retos que pueden afectar cómo vives …

Managing Stress and Anxiety: Prioritizing Mental Health Year-Round

Stress and anxiety are not just seasonal concerns—they are constant challenges that millions of people face daily. From demanding work schedules and financial strain to family responsibilities and life transitions, the pressures of modern life can significantly impact mental well-being. If left unchecked, chronic stress can lead to burnout, anxiety disorders, depression, and physical health …

From Remedios Caseros to Checkups: Caring for Latino Children Year-Round

When it comes to your child’s health, every season brings its own challenges. Winter often means more flu, RSV, and sore throats. Spring can trigger allergy flare-ups, summer may bring scrapes, insect bites, or dehydration, and fall can lead to respiratory viruses and school-related stress. While many Latino families turn to remedios caseros like teas, …

De los Remedios Caseros a los Chequeos MƩdicos: Cuidando a la NiƱez Latina Todo el AƱo

Cada temporada del aƱo trae sus propios retos para la salud de tus hijos. En invierno son comunes la gripe, el VRS (Virus Respiratorio Sincicial) y el dolor de garganta. En primavera aumentan las alergias. En verano, hay mĆ”s raspaduras, picaduras de insectos o casos de deshidratación. Y en otoƱo, suelen presentarse virus respiratorios y …

¿Por qué es importante terminar todo tu tratamiento con antibióticos?

El que tus sĆ­ntomas desaparezcan no significa que debas dejar de tomar el medicamento. Por Barrett White Los antibióticos son medicinas que sirven para tratar infecciones causadas por bacterias. Funcionan matando a las bacterias o evitando que se sigan reproduciendo. En nuestro cuerpo tenemos muchas bacterias, y cada tipo responde a un antibiótico diferente. Los …

Smarter Food Choices That Still Honor Family Traditions

Summer is full of celebration – from graduations and birthdays to weddings and backyard barbecues. For many families, these gatherings revolve around food, rich in culture, history, and love. At Legacy Community Health, we believe you don’t have to choose between honoring your traditions and protecting your health. ā€œIt’s possible to enjoy our traditional dishes, …

Supporting Families from Day One

Bringing home a newborn? Legacy’s pediatric care starts from the very beginning—and supports your whole family along the way. Here’s how to give your baby a healthy start: Schedule your baby’s first checkup within 2–3 days of hospital discharge. Track feedings and diapers to ensure proper hydration and nutrition. Set up a safe sleep environment—on …

Apoyando a las Familias Desde el Primer DĆ­a

ĀæAcabas de tener un bebĆ©? El cuidado pediĆ”trico de Legacy comienza desde el nacimiento y acompaƱa a toda la familia en el proceso. AquĆ­ te decimos cómo iniciar con el pie derecho: Agenda el primer chequeo del bebĆ© dentro de los 2–3 dĆ­as despuĆ©s de salir del hospital. Lleva un registro de las tomas y …

Bringing Personalized Pregnancy Care to More Families: Legacy and Delfina Partner for Better Outcomes

Legacy Community Health is making it easier for expecting and postpartum patients to get the care they need. In February, Legacy launched a new partnership with Delfina Care, an AI-powered maternal health platform that uses remote monitoring to support patients and care teams throughout the pregnancy and postpartum journey. The program, which launched at Legacy’s …

Fresh Food, Stronger Communities: How Legacy and Urban Harvest Nourished Houston’s Northside This Summer

Legacy Community Health believes good health begins long before a patient steps into a clinic – and that includes having access to fresh, nutritious food. That’s why Legacy was proud to partner with Urban Harvest on FreshRx over the summer. Together, we improved community health in Houston’s Northside by tackling non-medical factors, like food access …