Category Archives: Public Health

Houston’s Health Care Heroes During Harvey

Houston Health Care Harvey Heroes

In the midst of Harvey, one of the worst disasters in U.S. history, Houston’s medical community rose above the storm to bring healing. It’s not surprising since Houston is home to the largest medical center in the world, the Texas Medical Center — world renowned for its superior patient care.

A Health Care Policy Without a Plan for HIV is Incomplete

American Health Care Act HIV

Last week’s mayhem over new health care legislation, now dead for the time being, highlights how decisions made in Washington impact the lives of people living with HIV. It’s worth looking at the federal role in HIV care in the United States.

Blueberry Spinach Breakfast Smoothie – National Nutrition Month

March is National Nutrition Month. We have some healthy recipes for you to try at home.

If you would like to talk about better nutrition for you or your family, ask your Legacy provider about seeing one of our dietitians or patient educators.

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National Nutrition Month Recipes – Rice Cake Snacks

Ingredients: 1 Brown rice cakes (you can find it the the bread and tortilla aisle) ¼ avocado ½ small tomato, sliced Salt and pepper to taste or 1 Brown rice cake 1 tablespoon of peanut butter ¼ of banana, sliced Instructions: Spread avocado onto brown rice cake Top it with tomato slices and add a …

Written Testimony Opposing S.B. 6 – The Senate Committee on State Affairs

As a physician, board certified in pediatrics and adolescent medicine, my work focuses on providing primary care for all teenagers and young adults. It is my teenage transgender patients who are at the highest risk for suicide.