Category Archives: Vaccination & Immunization

Stopping Measles Starts Here: Protecting Children Through Vaccination

In the face of a growing measles outbreak in Texas and across the United States, Legacy Community Health is committed to safeguarding children and our broader community.Ā Ā  We know that some parents have concerns about the MMR vaccine and autism. But according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the American Academy …

Legacy’s Guide to Navigating the Flu Season This Winter

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 …

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 …

September is Sexual Health Awareness Month: A Year-Round Guide to Staying Healthy

September serves as Sexual Health Awareness Month, highlighting the need for open dialogue about sexual health. Awareness campaigns shine a spotlight on health issues that need ongoing attention. At Legacy Community Health, however, sexual health is something we’re committed to year-round. In June, our Health Navigation Director, Jill Jahns, contributed to the ongoing conversation with …

Don’t Wait Until It’s Too Late: Men’s Health Week Matters

June isn’t just a time for Father’s Day celebrations and summer beginnings—it’s also a time to focus on an often-overlooked issue: men’s health. Each year, Men’s Health Week (June 9-15) encourages conversations and action around preventing and managing common health conditions that disproportionately affect men. According to Harvard Health, men in the U.S. live, on …

Cervical Cancer Doesn’t Have to Be Deadly—Prevention Starts Now

Each year, more than 13,000 people in the U.S. are diagnosed with cervical cancer, and over 4,200 die from it. But as Legacy’s Dr. Rachel Robinson Scott explains, many of these cases can be prevented through early detection and regular screening, making awareness and access to care more important than ever. What Causes Cervical Cancer? …

Why Vaccines Are More Important Than Ever

Vaccines are one of the most effective tools in modern medicine, saving millions of lives around the world by preventing the spread of infectious diseases. But despite their proven safety and effectiveness, in recent years vaccination rates have fallen. This has led to a resurgence of preventable diseases like measles, whooping cough, influenza, and others. …

Breaking Barriers: HIV Care and Support for Latinos at Legacy Community Health

In Harris County, where nearly half of Texas’s new HIV diagnoses are reported, the Latino community faces unique challenges—but also new opportunities for hope and change. Of the approximately 5,000 new HIV diagnoses reported annually in Texas, 40% occur in Harris County, with Hispanic/Latino individuals accounting for 22% of these cases. These statistics highlight an …

Bird Flu on the Rise: What It Means for You and How Legacy Can Help

As bird flu cases increase, concerns are growing for public health and the agricultural industry. Avian influenza, or bird flu, primarily affects wild birds but can spread to domestic poultry—and in rare cases, humans. At Legacy Community Health, we’re committed to keeping you informed and protected. Our team provides up-to-date information, essential resources, and access …