Legacy Community Health Announces New Chief Operating Officer: Aaron Stewart

HOUSTON, TX (February 9, 2026) – Legacy Community Health, Texas’ largest Federally Qualified Health Center, announces the appointment of Aaron Stewart as its new Chief Operating Officer. With over two decades of experience leading multi‑site health care organizations, he is known for improving operations, supporting provider alignment, and elevating patient experience. Stewart’s background strengthens Legacy’s …

Celebrating a Decade of Partnership: Legacy SBHC and YES Prep

February is School‑Based Health Care Month Ten years. That is how long Legacy Community Health and YES Prep Public Schools have worked side by side to bring health care directly to students across the Greater Houston area. What began in the fall of 2015 has grown into a partnership that has changed how whole communities …

A Decade of School‑Based Care Transforms Access for Houston Families

On‑campus clinics cut absences, reduce work disruptions, and make health care easier for thousands of families   HOUSTON, TX (February 3, 2026) — Imagine your child not missing a full day of school to see a doctor—and you do not have to miss work to take them. For families at YES Prep Charter Schools, this …

Women and High Blood Pressure: What Every Woman Needs to Know

High blood pressure affects nearly half of all women in America, yet many don’t even know they have it. While men get much of the attention when it comes to heart disease, the reality is that heart disease is the leading cause of death for women in the United States and can affect women at …

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 Community Health Is Making Pregnancy Safer—Starting the Very First Day

Free walk‑in testing, Prenatal Navigators, and coverage support connect moms to care—no matter their ability to pay   HOUSTON, TX (January 22, 2026) – Too many pregnancies begin with uncertainty: ā€œAm I pregnant?ā€ ā€œWhat do I do next?ā€ ā€œCan I afford care?ā€ At Legacy Community Health, those questions turn into immediate answers and action—every day …

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 …

The Fibermaxxing Trend: Is It Legit?

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, …

The Protein Trend: What Parents and Teens Need to Know

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 …

Building Healthy Communities: Legacy’s AmeriCorps Members Lead the Way

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 …