āWeāre constantly looking for ways to improve our patientsā health outcomes, not because itās a policy mandate, but because itās the right thing to do for our patients.” – Dr. Ann Barnes
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The United States Conference on AIDS (USCA), which just convened on September 7, was an informative event, once again this year. Expected changes in the Affordable Care Act, proposed cuts to Medicaid and health care delivery were some of the key issues of discussion.
September is childhood obesity month. And although the month is coming to a close, preventing childhood obesity is still a health-care priority.
This week, Texas Medical Center released results of their āNationās Pulseā health care survey, which showed most consumers feel health insurance is important yet too expensive.
The Graham-CassidyĀ billĀ decimates Medicaid, which millions of pregnant women, children, elderly, and the disabled rely on for their health needs.
Repairing your home and returning to your normal routine can place a toll on your body and mind. To stay healthy after Harvey, Dr. Ann Barnes, Legacy Community Healthās chief medical officer, offers the following tips.
In the midst of Harvey, one of the worst disasters in U.S. history, Houstonās medical community rose above the storm to bring healing. Itās not surprising since Houston is home to the largest medical center in the world, the Texas Medical Center ā world renowned for its superior patient care.
āIf you have lost your HIV meds in the flood, weāre here to help you,ā said Legacyās Dr. Natalie Vanek. āWhatās vital is you stay in treatment, even during this difficult time. Weāre open and here to help you.ā
Natural disasters like Hurricane Harvey can lead to significant stress and anxiety. Many of us will experience a wide range of emotions, whether weāre directly impacted by the loss of a loved one or a home, or indirectly by experiencing such a tragedy hitting our great city.
Follow this check list to make sure you stay healthy in the storm.