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Posted: 7/29/2020
What is contact tracing? Contact tracing helps slow the spread of the virus by identifying the people who have been in close c...
Posted: 7/29/2020
The COVID-19 pandemic can be stressful for people. Fear and anxiety about a new disease can be overwhelming and cause strong e...
Posted: 7/29/2020
Have you recovered from COVID-19? You might consider donating blood plasma to help current COVID-19 patients. If you previousl...
Posted: 7/29/2020
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), most children do not appear to be at higher risk for COVID-...
Posted: 7/29/2020
While social distancing is key to preventing the spread of COVID-19, it’s also important to continue getting your medications ...
Posted: 7/1/2020
Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) is not over and continues to affect people of every age, race and ethnicity. Healthcare pr...
Posted: 7/1/2020
Need to get tested for COVID-19? Parkland offers COVID-19 testing at several of its community-based clinics. Testing at these ...
Posted: 7/1/2020
Help protect against COVID-19 by cleaning and disinfecting frequently touched surfaces and objects as tables, light ...
Posted: 7/1/2020
As businesses continue to reopen, it’s important for your health and the health of others to take steps to prevent the spread ...
Posted: 7/1/2020
Wearing face covering is one more thing we can do to protect one another from COVID-19. When worn correctly a mask blocks 90 p...
Posted: 6/1/2020
Parkland offers COVID-19 testing at several of its community-based clinics . Testing at these locations is by appointment only...
Posted: 6/1/2020
The blood supply in North Texas is critically low. All blood types are needed. For a limited time, Carter BloodCare is providi...
Posted: 6/1/2020
Effective June 16, after the first positive test of a staff member or resident of a long-term care facility, the facility must...
Posted: 6/1/2020
The North Texas Air Conditioning Initiative is offering FREE air conditioning units for those in need. To qualify, the individ...
Posted: 4/1/2020
More than 73% of burn injuries needing hospitalization occur in the home. With more people staying at home and trying to balan...
Posted: 4/1/2020
211 I f you need COVID-19 information or have questions you need answered, you can now call 211. This service connects you wit...
Posted: 4/1/2020
Parkland offers COVID-19 testing by appointment only for current Parkland patients who meet the medically necessary criteria w...
Posted: 4/1/2020
Clean your hands Washing your hands is one of the best things you can do to stay healthy. Clean hands help stop germs f...
Posted: 4/1/2020
The best way to prevent the spread of COVID-19 is to stay home. Some individuals have jobs that are essential, or they must go...
Posted: 3/1/2020
Not getting enough sleep can cause many chronic diseases and conditions like diabetes, heart disease, obesity, and depression....
Posted: 3/1/2020
Over eating is easy when you have large amounts of food in front of you. Here are some tips to help you manage how much you ea...
Posted: 3/1/2020
Through MyChart, you can have secure, online access to your medical information anytime and anywhere either via the Web or thr...
Posted: 3/1/2020
Ready for a snack but don’t know what to grab? Check out these healthy snack ideas. Remember, your portion should be small. It...
Posted: 1/1/2020
Diabetes can have a negative effect on your feet. Manage your diabetes. Work closely with your healthcare provider to keep you...
Posted: 1/1/2020
Even the smallest lifestyle changes can improve your overall health. For people with diabetes, healthy New Year’s goals can al...
Posted: 1/1/2020
Vaccinations are very important in helping prevent kids from getting the flu. In addition to getting vaccinated, Parkland pedi...
Posted: 12/1/2019
Parkland experts say pay attention to dangers like space heaters and holiday decorations that can cause fires in the home. Fol...
Posted: 12/1/2019
You don’t have to give up the foods you enjoy to be healthy. Most meals can be recreated with a few changes. Here is recipe to...
Posted: 12/1/2019
Cold weather is here. There are steps you can take to prepare for a cozy winter. Stay inside and have a stocked supply kit for...
Posted: 12/1/2019
Did you know we can end HIV/AIDS? The goal of HIV treatment is to lower the amount of HIV treatment in the body (viral suppres...
Posted: 12/1/2019
Walking is a healthy way to get around, but you need to know the rules of pedestrian safety. To stay safe walking, follow thes...
Posted: 11/1/2019
It is important to take good care of yourself when you have diabetes. It is even more important if you get sick. If you do get...
Posted: 11/1/2019
It is important to cook your meals as healthy as possible and be mindful of how much you are eating when you have diabetes. Th...
Posted: 11/1/2019
Checking your blood sugar when you have diabetes is important to living a longer and healthier lifestyle. Tracking you blood s...
Posted: 11/1/2019
Do you know you can view your lab tests and imaging results from your smart phone or computer? When you use Parkland MyChart, ...
Posted: 11/1/2019
When you have diabetes it means you have too much sugar in your blood. Diabetes is a disease in which your body cannot use all...
Posted: 10/1/2019
No breast is the same. What is normal for you may not be normal for someone else. The way your breasts look and feel may chang...
Posted: 10/1/2019
Each year, about 6,000 babies born in the United States have Down syndrome. A person with this condition was born with an extr...
Posted: 10/1/2019
Halloween is a fun time for kids to dress up and get a lot of candy, but it can also be dangerous if they aren’t careful. For ...
Posted: 10/1/2019
All throughout the year, Parkland participates in community events to help educate people about health concerns that are commo...
Posted: 10/1/2019
It’s flu season. Prevent having to miss work or school by making sure your family is up-to-date on their flu shots. Flu shots ...
Posted: 9/3/2019
Parkland is known for being one of the greenest hospitals in America. With the understanding that everything we do affects the...
Posted: 9/3/2019
Pop quiz! It’s time to check in on your health. See how well you know your health by answering the following questions: (See t...
Posted: 9/3/2019
Children with obesity have a higher chance of developing long-term health conditions, such as asthma and type 2 diabetes. Obes...
Posted: 9/3/2019
Having a clean home is nice but be careful when mixing cleaning products. The North Texas Poison Center warns families about t...
Posted: 8/6/2019
Does your house have a picky eater? Getting kids to try new foods can be quite a challenge, but it is not impossible. Here are...
Posted: 8/6/2019
Did you know that your child’s overall health can affect their ability to learn? Many situations like the common cold, the nee...
Posted: 8/6/2019
Smart devices can entertain kids for hours, but they can also be dangerous if they aren’t properly monitored. Here are some sa...
Posted: 8/6/2019
No grill? No problem! You can use a new flowerpot and other affordable items to cook meat and vegetables. What you’ll need: Ne...
Posted: 7/1/2019
Parkland helps the youth and families by offering health services at 12 school-based clinics across Dallas County. These servi...
Posted: 7/1/2019
Fireworks are a very popular way to celebrate the Fourth of July. In fact, many people look forward to doing their own firewor...
Posted: 7/1/2019
For a long time, people have been told that spicy foods can cause stomach ulcers, but they can actually help prevent ulcers. T...
Posted: 7/1/2019
July is the warmest month in Texas. Heat stroke can cause permanent injuries and/or death. Here are some symptoms of a heat st...
Posted: 6/11/2019
Men are significantly less likely than women to make regular visits to the doctor. On average, men live five years less than w...
Posted: 6/11/2019
Being a caregiver can be stressful but don’t forget to take care of yourself while caring for others. Here are some tips to re...
Posted: 6/11/2019
Most energy drinks contain large amounts of caffeine, added sugars and other ingredients that claim to increase energy and ale...
Posted: 6/11/2019
It is important to be aware of how dangerous everyday activities can be. Eating, taking baths, even walking up the stairs can ...
Posted: 6/11/2019
What is U=U? People who are living with HIV and take their medicine as prescribed by their doctor lower the amount of HIV in t...
Posted: 6/3/2019
‘I learned to live, not just survive’ It’s been more than two decades since Ketrick “KeeKee” Jordan first attended Parkland He...
Posted: 5/30/2019
Great things happen every day at Parkland. The Parkland News Flash is our way to share the positive news about Parkland's prem...