As we move deeper into winter, flu season is in full swing across the United States. At Legacy Community Health, we’re committed to keeping you and your family healthy with the latest information, updated vaccines, and practical prevention strategies. This Season Is Proving Severe The 2025-2026 flu season is already showing concerning trends. As of …
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Many health trends that go viral online fall somewhere between completely ridiculous and potentially dangerous. But every once in a while, the internet gets it right. Fibermaxxing is one such trend, that, when done correctly, is actually good for you. So What Exactly Is Fibermaxxing? If you’ve been scrolling through your social media feeds lately, …
If you’ve scrolled through social media lately, you’ve probably noticed protein is everywhere. From fitness influencers promoting their favorite shakes to ads for high-protein snacks, Americans are more focused on protein than ever before. In fact, according to a recent survey published by Health.com, 71% of American adults are actively trying to increase their protein …
At Legacy Community Health, service isn’t just a job – it’s a calling. For the members of Legacy’s AmeriCorps program, that calling comes to life every day through connection, compassion, and community impact. Since launching its AmeriCorps partnership, Legacy has welcomed dozens of individuals into meaningful, service-based roles that directly improve health outcomes for some …
Being a new parent comes with so many questions. One that might surprise you is about your baby’s oral care. Did you know you should be cleaning your newborn’s mouth even before their first tooth appears? It’s true! Along with knowing what warning signs to watch for, this simple routine can help keep your little …
Here’s what we’re hearing from teens: “Yeah, I know vaping isn’t great. But I’m not addicted. I can stop whenever I want.” The problem? Most of them can’t. At Legacy Community Health, we’re watching a familiar pattern play out. Teens aren’t naive. They know vaping carries risks. What they don’t know is that knowing the …
Glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonists like semaglutide have been gaining considerable attention for their ability to help people manage and lose weight. Ozempic® is the brand name for Novo Nordisk’s drug semaglutide, while Mounjaro® is the brand name for Eli Lilly’s drug tirzepatide. Tirzepatide also works on another receptor in the body, gastric inhibitory polypetide …
September may have been Prostate Cancer Awareness Month, but at Legacy, we’re not ready to move on just yet. The truth is, prostate health doesn’t follow a calendar, and awareness shouldn’t either. According to the American Association for Cancer Research, prostate cancer remains the most common type of cancer diagnosed in men in the United …
GLP-1 medications have changed the game for adults managing obesity and type 2 diabetes. But increasingly, families of younger children, even those 14 and under, are asking about these drugs and whether they’re safe or appropriate for kids. At Legacy Community Health, we want to help families understand this complex topic by sharing what medical …
Think cholesterol is just an adult concern? It’s time for both parents and teens to understand that heart health begins in the teenage years. The choices made today could literally save lives later. What Is Cholesterol? Yale Medicine explains that cholesterol is a waxy, fat-like substance that’s actually essential for important body functions, like making …










