Legacy Community Health - Deer Park

07/21/2025

Did you know? Reading to your baby not only creates great bonding time, but it also gives them a head start on language development.

The more words your baby hears over time, the more your baby can learn. All children receive a free book at every well-child visit at Legacy.

Here's Sindi Carmona-Avila to tell you about the "Summer of Stories."
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¿Sabías que...? Leerle a tu bebé no solo crea un gran tiempo de unión, sino que también le da una ventaja en el desarrollo del lenguaje?

Cuantas más palabras escuche tu bebé con el tiempo, más podrá aprender. Todos los niños reciben un libro gratuito en cada visita de bienestar infantil en Legacy.

Aquí está Sindi Carmona-Avila para contarle sobre el “Verano de Cuentos.”

07/14/2025

Did you know? A child's brain is 90% developed before age 5—and reading early supports language and learning.

Dr. Rubina Khan wants to remind you that Legacy gives out books at every well-child visit through Little Readers.

Ask your clinician about reading with your child during Legacy's Summer of Stories reading campaign!
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¿Sabías que...? El cerebro de un niño se desarolla al 90 % antes de los 5 años, y leer a temprana edad favorece el lenguaje y el aprendizaje.

La Dra. Rubina Khan quiere recordarle que Legacy reparte libros en cada visita medica a través del programa de Little Readers.

Consulte con su médico sobre la posibilidad de leer con su hijo durante la campaña de lectura Verano de Cuentos de Legacy.

07/11/2025

Legacy Community Health headed north this week to drop off a truckload of supplies for flood victims in San Angelo, Texas. Legacy's facilities team collected and wrapped pallets stacked with individual hygiene kits and other donations, courtesy of our friends at International Medical Corps (IMC) and Direct Relief.

Facilities Management Senior Director Eric Howard and Marketing Manager Ivan Bocanegra drove to San Angelo to deliver the much-needed supplies to our fellow Texas FQHC, La Esperanza Clinic. CEO Dean Munn and his team have been out in the community with their mobile unit, with anxiety and medication needs as top concerns.

"Texas Community Health Centers always rise to the cause and are part of the solution," said Munn. "We appreciate our friends at Legacy for making the six-hour drive here to bring us these supplies."

A heartfelt thank you to Team Legacy for truly bringing our mission to life— Driving healthy change in our communities!

07/07/2025

Start a Summer Reading Habit / Empieza un Hábito de Lectura este Verano

📘 Did you know? Reading just 15 minutes a day can help your child avoid the "summer slide" and improve focus and vocabulary.

☀️ Looking for easy ways to boost your child's reading this summer? Try this:
✅ Let your child choose the book that interests them
✅Find a special reading place to go to every day
✅ Start small and commit to 15 minutes each day

Little Readers books are always free at well-child visits, so you'll have new stories to enjoy together!
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📘 ¿Sabía que? Leer solo 15 minutos al día puede ayudar a su hijo a evitar el “tobogán de verano” y mejorar su concentración y vocabulario.

☀️ ¿Busca formas fáciles de aumentar la lectura de su hijo este verano? Intente lo siguente:

✅ Deja que tu hijo elija el libro que le interese
✅ Encuentren un lugar especial para leer todos los días
✅ Comience con incrementos pequeños y comprométase a dedicar 15 minutos cada día

Los libros de Little Readers siempre son gratuitos en sus visitas medicas en Legacy, ¡así que tendrán nuevas historias para disfrutar juntos!

07/04/2025

All Legacy clinics and pharmacies will be closed on Friday, July 4, in observance of Independence Day, with the exception of Legacy Southwest Campus.

Our Legacy Southwest Campus located at 6441 High Star 77074 will be available to address pediatric walk-ins from 10:00 am – 6:00 pm.

Have a happy and safe 4th of July!

Todas nuestras clínicas Legacy y farmacias estarán cerradas, Jueves 4 de Julio en observancia del Día de la Independencia, con la excepción de Legacy Southwest Campus.

Legacy Southwest estará abierta hoy para proveer atención médica pediátrica sin cita de 10:00 am – 6:00 pm.

¡Que pases un feliz y seguro 4 de Julio!

06/30/2025

Did you know? Kids can lose up to 2–3 months of reading skills over the summer if they stop reading.

That's why we're celebrating Summer of Stories—a reminder that reading should never take a vacation! At Legacy, families always receive a free, age-appropriate book at well-child visits through our Little Readers program.

Ask about Little Readers at your next visit and start a new story with your child today.
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¿Sabías que los niños pueden perder entre 2 y 3 meses de su nivel de lectura en el verano si dejan de leer?

Por eso celebramos el Verano de Cuentos—¡un recordatorio de que la lectura nunca debe tomar vacaciones! En Legacy, las familias siempre reciben un libro gratuito y apropiado para la edad en sus visitas de control infantil gracias a nuestro programa Little Readers.

Favor de preguntar por el programa Little Readers en tu próxima visita y comienze una nueva historia con su hijo hoy mismo.

06/20/2025

Did you know social media may be reshaping how teens see themselves—and not always for the better? 📱🧠

During HCC’s Mental Health Monday, Vivian Echevarria Guzman, a school-based therapist with Legacy Community Health, shared how today’s teens are facing a new kind of pressure: the constant need to “keep up” with influencers and online trends.

Vivian, who provides therapy at KIPP Southwest Houston High School, sees students struggling with anxiety, impulsive spending, and emotional dissatisfaction, all tied to how they present themselves online.

This “altered version of reality,” as Vivian calls it, is shifting focus away from meaningful connections with family and community. At Legacy, we’re working to meet students where they are, offering mental health support right inside their schools.

🎥 Watch Vivian’s full interview: https://bit.ly/4jRC0Lj

06/03/2025

Did you know 15–25% of kids and teens struggle to fall or stay asleep! 💤

Summer is here, and while the kids are excited for late nights and extra screen time, their sleep habits shouldn’t take a vacation! Poor sleep can lead to mood swings, trouble focusing, and even impact their health.

Lack of sleep can weaken the immune system, making kids more susceptible to colds and infections. It can also affect their ability to retain information, leading to difficulties in school and learning.

As parents, you can help set up a routine that keeps their sleep on track—even during summer break! 🌙✨

Check out our blog for expert tips on better bedtimes and healthier sleep habits for your little ones!

🔗 Read more here: https://bit.ly/43PLNf5

As a parent, you've probably heard about the importance of sleep, but have you really stopped to think about how much sleep your children are actually getting?

05/26/2025

All of our Legacy clinics and pharmacies will be closed, Monday, May 26 in observance of Memorial Day with the exception of Legacy Southwest located at 6441 High Star 77074. Legacy Southwest will be open today to provide pediatric walk-in care from 10:00 am - 6:00 pm.

Tuesday, May 27 we will be open our regular hours.

We hope you have a meaningful and safe Memorial Day.

Todas nuestras clínicas Legacy y farmacias estarán cerradas, Lunes, 26 de mayo en observancia del Memorial Day con la excepción de Legacy Southwest ubicado en 6441 High Star 77074. Legacy Southwest estará abierto hoy para proporcionar atención pediátrica sin cita previa de 10:00 am - 6:00 pm.

Martes, 27 de mayo estaremos abiertos en nuestro horario regular.

Esperamos que tengan un Día de los Caídos significativo y seguro.

04/29/2025

Join Legacy Community Health for a Night at the Museum - Thursday, May 1, 2025
Unete a LCH para una Noche en el Museo - Jueves, 1 de Mayo de 2025

Register now before tickets run out - Free admission is limited.
Inscríbase ahora antes de que se agoten las entradas - La entrada gratuita es limitada.
https://bit.ly/42ShovU

FREE resources will be available from Legacy Community Health
Legacy Community Health ofrecerá recursos gratuitos.

Learn more about Legacy's Early Childhood Development programs and playgroups at www.LegacyCommunityHealth.org/ECD

04/11/2025

Join us as Legacy's Health and Wellness Manager, Felicia Lee White, shares practical tips to help you reduce stress and improve your well-being. From mindfulness techniques to simple lifestyle changes, discover how you can bring calm into your daily life.

Watch the full video now and take the first step towards a healthier, stress-free you!

04/02/2025

Not feeling sick anymore? That’s great—but don’t stop your antibiotics early. 💊

Even if your symptoms improve, cutting your treatment short can leave behind stronger bacteria—and make you sick all over again. At Legacy, we want our patients to feel better for good.

Your provider prescribes a full antibiotic course for a reason: to wipe out the infection completely and prevent resistance. If you have questions about your medication, we’re here to help.

📖 Learn why finishing your antibiotics matters: https://bit.ly/41Yx4ik