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Bruising is something many people expect as a normal part of aging. But when an older loved one begins bruising more frequently – or the bruises seem larger, darker, or unexplained – itās natural to worry. At Legacy Community Health, we want caregivers to understand the types of bruising that are a normal part of …
Tag Archives: adult medicine
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Jul
Jul
In the growing conversation around GLP-1 receptor agonists – medications widely used to treat type 2 diabetes and support weight loss – the attention usually centers on women. But as more men begin to turn to GLP-1s for metabolic health, itās important to talk about a lesser-known topic: how these medications may impact male reproductive …
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Jun
Jun
By Barrett White āIf there is a generic medication available for my treatment ā ever ā Iām 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 …
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Jun
Jun
Glucagon-like Peptide-1 Receptor Agonists (GLP-1) like OzempicĀ®, WegovyĀ®, MounjaroĀ®, and ZepboundĀ® have become household names in the conversation around weight loss. These drugs mimic hormones that help regulate appetite and blood sugar, and for many patients, theyāve been life-changing. As we launch this new blog series at Legacy Community Health exploring the full picture of …
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May
May
Perimenopause marks the beginning of a new phase in a womanās life. Itās a natural transition that represents the gradual end of her reproductive years. With expert guidance from professionals like Dr. Erica Giwa, an OB/GYN physician and former assistant professor in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Baylor College of Medicine, Legacy Community …
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Apr
Apr
New facility follows Pasadena Southmore Clinic and will open in 2025 as part of Houston Methodist partnership Legacy Community Health is proud to announce the future opening of a new clinic in the Acres Homes neighborhood of Houston, which is expected to be completed in 2025. This new site is one of two clinics funded …
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Apr
Apr
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. …
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Mar
Mar
ļ»æ For tens of thousands of people in the Houston area, accessing life-saving specialty medications to treat their complex, chronic conditions may feel impossible. High drug costs force many to choose between their health and financial stability. However, Legacy Community Health believes no one should have to make that choice. Through their Specialty Pharmacy Services, …
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Mar
Mar
By Legacy Community Health Lead contamination is a pressing threat in Houstonās Fifth Ward with recent reports, including a Houston Chronicle report on a Texas A&M soil study, exposing alarming levels of lead in local soilālevels four times higher than the state average. Dr. Vanita Agrawal, Adult Medicine specialist at Legacy Community Health, explains that …
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Jan
Jan
El clima invernal puede representar serios riesgos para las personas mayores, desde la hipotermia hasta caĆdas y otros desafĆos de salud. Debido a factores relacionados con la edad, como una circulaciĆ³n reducida o condiciones de enfermedades crĆ³nicas, las personas mayores son particularmente vulnerables durante los meses frĆos. La planificaciĆ³n proactiva es clave para mantenerse seguro …
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