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Helping Your Child Thrive With Diabetes

A child sits at a table, looking at a smartphone. There is a medical sensor on their arm. Nearby are a glucometer and a container. Text reads, "Helping Your Child Thrive With Diabetes." The image includes the Legacy Community Health logo and the phrase "Health Beyond Care."

More kids than ever are getting diabetes. A recent global study found that cases in children and teens have nearly doubled since 1990, and researchers expect that number to keep climbing. If your child was just diagnosed, or you’re seeing warning signs, our pediatric team hears from families like yours every week. National Diabetes Month …

Your Hurricane Plan Should Start With Your Medicine Cabinet

Hurricane warning sign with 'HURRICANE' label beside a Legacy Community Health logo and cloudy sky, signaling action.

A power outage that lasts a few hours is just an inconvenience for most people. But if you depend on insulin, a GLP-1 medication, or another prescription that must stay cold, those same hours can turn into a real health risk. NOAA is forecasting a below-normal 2026 Atlantic hurricane season, with 8 to 14 named …