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💙🌼 Celebrating the people who go above and beyond for our patients.Legacy Community Health is proud to recognize our ina...
05/21/2026

💙🌼 Celebrating the people who go above and beyond for our patients.

Legacy Community Health is proud to recognize our inaugural DAISY Award honorees, honoring nurses and leaders who bring compassion, kindness, and care to every interaction.

Congratulations to:

✨ Edwin Araujo, RN, whose calm and caring approach helps every patient feel seen and supported

✨ Mary Marquez, Regional Nurse Manager, whose leadership uplifts her team and creates an environment where great care can happen every day

The DAISY Award recognizes those who make a difference not just through clinical skill, but through empathy and connection, especially during life’s most important moments.

This spirit is also reflected in Mary’s recent Univision interview for Semana Nacional de las Enfermeras, where she shares more about the heart behind her work:

🎥 Watch here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PWUBtNrBSKc

đź’™ This is what Health Beyond Care looks like in action, people caring for people.

🧠💙 When your child is struggling, getting support shouldn’t feel complicated.Kids and teens can experience anxiety, stre...
05/19/2026

🧠💙 When your child is struggling, getting support shouldn’t feel complicated.

Kids and teens can experience anxiety, stress, or changes in behavior that aren’t always easy to recognize at first. Left unaddressed, these challenges can affect their confidence, relationships, and day to day life—but early support can make a meaningful difference.

Here are a few ways families can support their child’s mental health:

💬 Create space to talk — Even quick, low pressure check ins can help kids feel heard

👀 Watch for changes — Sleep, mood, focus, or energy shifts that last over time

🎯 Keep routines simple and consistent — Structure can help kids feel more secure

🌿 Encourage movement and downtime — Both help regulate stress and emotions

📞 Reach out early — You don’t have to wait for things to get worse to ask for help

For many families, one of the biggest challenges is actually accessing support. Between school, work, transportation, and busy schedules, it can be hard to fit in appointments.

That’s where pediatric telehealth can help:
📱 Connect with licensed providers from home

⏱️ Fit visits into your family’s schedule (after school, evenings, etc.)

đźš— No travel needed, reducing stress on both kids and parents

đź’¬ A more comfortable setting for children to open up

Sometimes the right support is simply making care easier to reach.

đź’™ Small steps, early conversations, and accessible care can have a lasting impact.

đź“– Learn more about pediatric telehealth and how to get started:
https://www.legacycommunityhealth.org/services/pediatrics/pediatric-telehealth/

🧠📱 If your child is turning to AI for emotional support, you’re not alone and it’s something many families are starting ...
05/12/2026

🧠📱 If your child is turning to AI for emotional support, you’re not alone and it’s something many families are starting to notice.

More kids and teens are using AI chatbots to talk through stress, loneliness, or big emotions. While these tools may feel easy and always available, they don’t always recognize when something is serious and they can’t replace real conversation or human support.

If you’re noticing this with your child, here are a few ways to help support them:

✨ Start the conversation: Ask what they’re using and why, without judgment.

👀 Stay aware: Notice if they’re choosing screens over friends, family, or activities they used to enjoy.
đź’¬ Make space to talk: Short, low pressure check ins can help them feel heard.

🌿 Encourage real world connection: Time outdoors, movement, or face to face interactions can help regulate stress.

📵 Create boundaries together: Simple limits like unplugging at night can make a difference.

These small steps can help build the confidence and coping skills kids need to handle stress in healthy ways. And if something feels off or overwhelming, reaching out early can make a real difference.

For families who need extra support, options like telehealth mental health visits can make it easier to connect with licensed professionals from home, especially when schedules are busy or getting to appointments is hard.

📖 Learn more about supporting your child’s mental health and what to watch for: https://www.legacycommunityhealth.org/newsblog-your-childs-mental-health-and-the-ai-trap/

đź’™ Support is available for your child and your family.

💙🧠 You’re not alone and support is available.If you’re a new or expecting mom, Maternal Mental Health Day is a reminder ...
05/06/2026

💙🧠 You’re not alone and support is available.

If you’re a new or expecting mom, Maternal Mental Health Day is a reminder that emotional and mental health changes during pregnancy and after birth are common and nothing to feel ashamed of. Many new mothers experience perinatal mood and anxiety disorders (PMADs), which can show up as sadness, worry, irritability, feeling disconnected, or simply feeling overwhelmed. These experiences are real, and they are treatable with the right support.

Taking care of your mental health is just as important as prenatal or postpartum checkups. Support can help ease symptoms, strengthen bonding, and improve well-being for both you and your baby and getting help early can make a meaningful difference.

For many new moms, finding time for care can feel impossible. That’s where telehealth can help. Virtual mental health visits allow you to talk with a licensed professional from home, during nap time, between feedings, or whenever it works best for you, without travel, childcare, or added stress.

Telehealth support may help with:

✨ Postpartum anxiety or depression
✨ Mood changes, stress, or emotional overload
✨ Feeling disconnected, exhausted, or unsure
✨ Mental health support for the whole family, when needed

If you’ve been wondering whether what you’re feeling is “normal,” or if you’ve been putting your own needs last, this is your reminder that help is meant for you too.

đź“– Learn more and explore your options:

• PMADs and new moms: https://www.legacycommunityhealth.org/newsblog-calling-all-new-moms-are-you-aware-of-pmads/

• Pediatric & family telehealth services: https://www.legacycommunityhealth.org/services/pediatrics/pediatric-telehealth/

đź’™ Support is available for you, your baby and your family.

🧠💙 Have you noticed your child feeling more anxious, withdrawn, or overwhelmed lately?Kids experience stress, big emotio...
05/01/2026

🧠💙 Have you noticed your child feeling more anxious, withdrawn, or overwhelmed lately?

Kids experience stress, big emotions, and behavioral changes just like adults do and when those feelings go unaddressed, they can impact school, relationships, and confidence over time. Supporting children’s mental health early helps build resilience, coping skills, and emotional balance that last well beyond childhood.

Here are a few ways families can support children’s mental well-being at home and in daily life:

✨ Keep routines consistent whenever possible, predictability helps kids feel safe and grounded.
✨ Encourage movement and play, which can reduce stress and support emotional regulation.
✨ Create space to talk, even short check ins help kids feel heard without pressure.
✨ Notice changes in mood, sleep, focus, or behavior that last more than a few weeks.
✨ Ask for support early, mental health concerns are easier to manage when addressed sooner.

Support doesn’t only happen at home. Access to care matters, too. Pediatric behavioral health services, including telehealth visits, can help families connect with licensed professionals when in person appointments feel hard to manage due to schedules, transportation, or childcare needs.

Mental health is also strengthened through connection and community. Shared activities, time outdoors, and opportunities to move and decompress together, like community events, can play a meaningful role in reducing stress and supporting emotional well-being for both kids and parents.

💙 Caring for children’s mental health takes many forms, and support is available when you need it.

đź“– Learn more:

✨ Pediatric Telehealth services: https://www.legacycommunityhealth.org/services/pediatrics/pediatric-telehealth/

✨ Caring for the whole family:
https://www.legacycommunityhealth.org/newsblog-legacy-community-health-caring-for-the-whole-family-supporting-futures/

✨ Legacy Pickleball event: https://www.legacycommunityhealth.org/development/events/pickleball/

đź’™ Black Maternal Health Week may have passed but the work and the conversation must continue.Black mothers continue to f...
04/30/2026

đź’™ Black Maternal Health Week may have passed but the work and the conversation must continue.

Black mothers continue to face higher risks during pregnancy and childbirth, often due to systemic barriers inside healthcare itself and awareness remains critical year round.

Recently, the Defender Network highlighted this ongoing crisis and the voices working to address it, including Dr. Erica Giwa, Medical Director of OB/GYN at Legacy Community Health. Dr. Giwa continues to advocate for safer, more responsive care for Black mothers across Houston, reminding us that most pregnancy related deaths are preventable when concerns are heard and acted on early.

At Legacy, this work shows up through prenatal navigation, postpartum support, and care models designed to stay with mothers before, during, and after pregnancy, especially during the often overlooked postpartum period.

If you missed Black Maternal Health Week coverage, this is a meaningful moment to pause, reflect, and learn more about what’s happening and what’s possible.

đź“– Read more:

• Defender Network: https://defendernetwork.com/black-women/black-maternal-health-week-crisis/

• Legacy blog: https://www.legacycommunityhealth.org/newsblog-what-legacy-wants-you-to-know-about-the-black-maternal-health-crisis/

đź’™ Because Black maternal health deserves attention, action, and care, every day.

đź’­ Diabetes and kidney health are more connected than many people realize.Diabetes is one of the leading causes of kidney...
04/28/2026

đź’­ Diabetes and kidney health are more connected than many people realize.

Diabetes is one of the leading causes of kidney disease, and kidney damage can develop slowly, often without clear symptoms at first. Many people don’t realize there’s an issue until the kidneys are already under strain.

Learning about this connection can help people take steps earlier — like managing blood sugar, keeping up with routine lab work, and having regular conversations with their care team about kidney health. Small, consistent actions can make a difference over time.

Our latest blog takes a closer look at why diabetes affects the kidneys, what to watch for, and how staying informed can support long term health.

đź“– Read more here: https://www.legacycommunityhealth.org/newsblog-the-diabetes-and-kidney-connection-nobody-talks-about-enough/

💙🎉 Thank you for celebrating with us in Pasadena!Legacy Community Health is grateful to everyone who joined us for the g...
04/23/2026

💙🎉 Thank you for celebrating with us in Pasadena!

Legacy Community Health is grateful to everyone who joined us for the grand opening of the Legacy Pasadena Southmore Clinic. It was a special day filled with community, connection, and excitement as we officially opened a space designed to serve Pasadena families for many years to come.

The celebration brought together neighbors, community leaders, partners, and Legacy team members to mark the opening of a new two-story clinic offering primary care for adults and children, OB/GYN, behavioral health, imaging, and supportive services, all in one place.

This clinic is the result of planning, collaboration, and a transformative partnership with Houston Methodist, including a historic investment supporting new health facilities in both Pasadena and Acres Homes.

Legacy Pasadena Southmore represents more than a new building. It reflects Legacy’s commitment to expanding access to affordable, compassionate care and meeting people where they are, regardless of insurance or ability to pay. Thanks to strong partnerships and years of planning, Pasadena now has a new healthcare home built with the community in mind.

We’re thankful to everyone who helped make this milestone possible and to those who came out to celebrate with us. We’re excited to begin welcoming patients and continuing to care for families across Pasadena.

đź’™ We look forward to seeing you at the clinic and continuing to grow together as a community.
Read more in our news release here: https://www.legacycommunityhealth.org/legacy-opens-pasadena-southmore-clinic-to-address-critical-health-care-needs/

💉💙 Healthy kids start with trusted care and timely protection.This World Immunization Week, we’re highlighting how routi...
04/22/2026

💉💙 Healthy kids start with trusted care and timely protection.

This World Immunization Week, we’re highlighting how routine childhood vaccines help protect children, and the communities they grow up in. Staying on schedule with immunizations helps prevent illnesses that can be especially serious for young children.

Trusted care teams, including pediatric providers and pharmacists, partner with parents to make vaccine decisions feel clear, informed, and supported. When families have access to trusted information and care, children are better protected.

At Legacy Community Health, we’re here to support families with education, access, and care they can rely on, so parents can feel confident about their child’s health.

📖 Read more about childhood immunizations and why they’re more important than ever.

đź”— Check out our blog here: https://www.legacycommunityhealth.org/newsblog-vaccines-you-need-before-you-head-to-college/

đź”— Read more here in the news release: https://www.legacycommunityhealth.org/low%e2%80%91cost-and-affordable-vaccines-available-at-legacy-community-health/

💙💉 Protecting your child’s health starts with prevention.During World Immunization Week, we’re reminding families that v...
04/21/2026

💙💉 Protecting your child’s health starts with prevention.

During World Immunization Week, we’re reminding families that vaccines are one of the most effective ways to protect children from serious, preventable illnesses, from infancy through the school years.

Vaccinations help children stay healthy so they can grow, learn, and thrive. For many families, caring for children means balancing home traditions, routine checkups, and guidance from trusted healthcare providers, and vaccines are an essential part of that care.

At Legacy Community Health, our pediatric teams work closely with families to answer questions, track immunization schedules, and make sure children stay up to date year round.

đź“– Learn more about why childhood vaccines matter now more than ever, and how Legacy supports families at every stage.

đź”— Check out our blog here: https://www.legacycommunityhealth.org/newsblog-vaccines-you-need-before-you-head-to-college/

đź”— Read more here in the news release: https://www.legacycommunityhealth.org/low%e2%80%91cost-and-affordable-vaccines-available-at-legacy-community-health/

🍼💙 Protecting your baby starts with knowing what to look for.Cases of congenital syphilis are increasing, but the condit...
04/17/2026

🍼💙 Protecting your baby starts with knowing what to look for.

Cases of congenital syphilis are increasing, but the condition is preventable with early testing and proper care during pregnancy. When syphilis is identified and treated early, it can help protect both parent and baby from serious health complications.

Our latest blog explains what congenital syphilis is, how it can be passed from parent to baby, and why routine prenatal screening and follow up care are so important. It also shares what expecting parents can do to protect their pregnancy and where to find support.

At Legacy Community Health, we’re committed to making sure families get clear information and compassionate prenatal care, regardless of insurance or ability to pay.

đź“– Read more and learn how early care can make a lifelong difference for your baby:
https://www.legacycommunityhealth.org/newsblog-protecting-your-baby-what-you-need-to-know-about-congenital-syphilis/

💙 If you’re pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or supporting someone who is, Legacy is here to help every step of the way.

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