Category Archives: Public Health

Generic vs. Name Brand: Is there a difference?

Generic Or Name Brand Medication

By Barrett White ā€œIf there is a generic medication available for my treatment – ever – I’m going to go for it,ā€ says Kenneth Jones, Pharmacy Manager for Montrose Legacy Pharmacy. Jones explains, when a medication is approved by the FDA, the brand name manufacturer holds the patent for the medication for a certain amount …

Legacy Responds to Houston’s Rise in HIV and STIs

As Houston sees a troubling surge in HIV and other sexually transmitted infections (STIs), Legacy Community Health is doubling down on its decades-long mission: compassionate, judgment-free care and prevention services for all. STI Outbreak in Houston Sexually transmitted infections (STIs), also referred to as sexually transmitted diseases (STDs), are on the rise nationwide, but the …

Protecting Our Community: Addressing Lead Poisoning Risks in Houston’s Fifth Ward

By Legacy Community Health Lead contamination is a pressing threat in Houston’s Fifth Ward with recent reports, including a Houston Chronicle report on a Texas A&M soil study, exposing alarming levels of lead in local soil—levels four times higher than the state average. Dr. Vanita Agrawal, Adult Medicine specialist at Legacy Community Health, explains that …

Protecting Families from Pertussis: What Parents and Guardians Need to Know

Texas is experiencing a concerning uptick of pertussis (whooping cough), with cases reaching levels not seen in over a decade. Legacy Community Health remains dedicated to educating and empowering families to safeguard their health during this outbreak. This highly contagious bacterial infection is preventable through timely vaccination. The Galveston County Health District recently confirmed multiple …

Embracing a Family Fit Lifestyle

January marks a fresh start to every year, and as Family Fit Lifestyle Month, it’s also the perfect opportunity to kick things off with a focus on health and wellbeing! At Legacy Community Health, we want to ensure everyone has access to the resources and support they need to become and stay fit. The Importance …

ĀæViajar sin una Silla de Seguridad?

Riding Without a Car Seat?

Apoyo a la lactancia materna para todos

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 …

Staving Off Sickness as the Kiddos Return to School

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 …

Breastfeeding Support for All

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, ā€œClosing the Gap- Breastfeeding Support for All,ā€ emphasizes enhancing breastfeeding support to reduce societal inequities, particularly during emergencies and crises. Legacy has pledged …