To Your Health is a monthly digest of simple health tips for Parkland patients that's full of patient education with preventive health information, such as tips for managing diabetes or the benefits of getting a flu vaccination at one of our community clinics.
Posted: 5/7/2019
Parkland Health & Hospital System’s compassionate care goes beyond the hospital walls with health centers throughout the c...
Posted: 5/7/2019
Have you ever forgotten the name of your medication or that your pills should be taken with a meal? These questions can be ans...
Posted: 5/7/2019
Skin cancer is the most common cancer in the United States. Before stepping out in the sun, here are a few steps you can take ...
Posted: 5/7/2019
Talking on the phone, changing radio stations and chatty passengers are all driving distractions. Not sure how these simple th...
Posted: 5/7/2019
Over time, excessive drinking or drinking more than normal can cause poor health conditions. Binge drinking is the most common...
Posted: 3/1/2019
Planning to go to a restaurant for dinner? Before choosing a restaurant, check out these tips to avoid food poisoning. Look fo...
Posted: 3/1/2019
Many people think that e-cigarettes are safer than regular cigarettes. Some people even use them to help quit smoking. Many pe...
Posted: 3/1/2019
Gum disease can increase your chances of heart disease. Brushing your teeth twice a day for at least two minutes a day can low...
Posted: 3/1/2019
Spring is here and the weather is starting to warm back up. Enjoy your spring break the healthy way, whether you are taking a ...
Posted: 3/1/2019
Make better food choices and get active to feel better and live longer. Bad choices can cause long-term health problems such a...
Posted: 2/5/2019
Living a long and healthy life with a disability is possible. Routine physical activity boosts heart and lung health. Physical...
Posted: 2/5/2019
Three out of five fire deaths happen in homes without smoke alarms or no working smoke alarms. It is best to have a smoke alar...
Posted: 2/5/2019
High blood pressure increases your chance of getting heart disease or stroke. Heart disease, also known as the “silent k...
Posted: 2/5/2019
What’s for dinner? Planning weekly meals save you time and money. Try to make healthy meals for the whole week to reduce stres...
Posted: 12/31/2018
Sleeping helps balance blood sugar, blood pressure, and hormone levels. Adults should get at least seven hours of sleep each n...
Posted: 12/31/2018
Some birth defects cannot be prevented. But, making sure you get the nutrients can help prevent birth defects. If pregnant or ...
Posted: 12/31/2018
If you have unusual symptoms or not sure what’s happening to your health, talk to your doctor. If you do not know what to ask,...
Posted: 12/31/2018
Smoking can hurt every organ in the body and can cause disease. Parkland can help you stop smoking. The program can help with ...
Posted: 12/31/2018
You can help stop the spread of germs by washing your hands with soap and water often or use hand sanitizer. These are the tim...
Posted: 12/3/2018
Chronic illnesses such as diabetes and heart disease are medical conditions that do not have a cure. Often, people who have a ...
Posted: 12/3/2018
It can be easy to overeat during the holiday season, but you don’t have to wait until the new year to start living a healthier...
Posted: 12/3/2018
Children watch and repeat the actions around them, which is why it is important to be an example for your children. Safe famil...
Posted: 12/3/2018
Toy-related injuries treated in emergency rooms are common across the country. It became so common that December is Safe Toys ...
Posted: 11/6/2018
When you are always on the go, it can be hard to eat healthy. Fast food is a quick and easy option when you’re hungry; however...
Posted: 11/6/2018
Getting healthy is a team effort! Little changes to your family’s daily routine can make a huge impact on your family’s health...
Posted: 11/6/2018
Anyone can get the flu but if you have a chronic medical condition such as diabetes, you may have a harder time fighting off t...
Posted: 11/6/2018
Come and get your questions answered at our Diabetes Awareness Day event. Parkland’s diabetes experts are here to share helpfu...
Posted: 11/6/2018
When you have diabetes, stress can increase your blood sugar levels, cause bad eating habits and have a negative impact on imm...
Posted: 10/2/2018
Is someone you love hurting you? If you or someone you know has experienced domestic violence, you are not alone. Parkland’s V...
Posted: 10/2/2018
Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) is when a healthy baby dies before the age of one with no apparent cause of death. Studies...
Posted: 10/2/2018
Exercising regularly is important for people with diabetes. Exercise helps lower your blood glucose and helps control blood su...
Posted: 10/2/2018
Healthy eating habits can help you prevent and manage common diseases and illnesses. Understanding food labels can help you ma...
Posted: 10/2/2018
Parkland experts recommend women over the age of 40 receive mammograms every year. Detecting certain breast cancers in the ear...
Posted: 9/4/2018
One of the best ways to find health problems early or before they start is to get regular checkups. Getting the right health t...
Posted: 9/4/2018
With kids already back in school, it’s important to check their backpacks to make sure they’re not too heavy. Wearing a backpa...
Posted: 9/4/2018
Although experts often share tips to help those targeted by bullies, there isn’t much advice about the other side of the probl...
Posted: 9/4/2018
Even though diabetes is the seventh leading cause of death in the U.S., experts say that many people don’t know they can often...
Posted: 8/10/2018
If you have diabetes, traveling can be a stress-free experience with a little planning. Whether you are going out of town to v...
Posted: 8/10/2018
With summer in full swing, even short periods of hot weather can cause serious health problems. Doing too much on a hot day, s...
Posted: 8/10/2018
With school starting this month, make sure your children have all of their immunizations. Staying up-to-date on vaccines is th...
Posted: 8/10/2018
For people who don’t speak English, understanding medical instructions can be difficult. With this in mind, Parkland is hiring...
Posted: 6/29/2018
The Parkland Financial Assistance (PFA) program is changing eligibility levels starting on Sunday, July 1. PFA gives financial...
Posted: 6/27/2018
All children feel sad and hopeless from time to time. But if your child feels sad and scared most of the time, they could have...
Posted: 6/27/2018
Did you know that if you don’t drink enough water it can affect your brain? Water is important for keeping your brain healthy....
Posted: 6/27/2018
Pregnancy can make the summer feel even hotter because when you’re pregnant, your body temperature is already a little higher ...
Posted: 6/1/2018
There are many myths, or beliefs that aren’t true, about infections you can get through sexual contact. Parkland experts want ...
Posted: 6/1/2018
Are you planning a camping trip this summer with your family or know someone who is? Read and share these tips about campfires...
Posted: 6/1/2018
For Father’s Day this year, help the men in your life stay safe and healthy. Need ideas? Read more! Start healthy habits. Set ...
Posted: 6/1/2018
If you or a loved one has a mental health condition, you’re not alone. Parkland experts want you to know that mental health is...
Posted: 4/30/2018
Ear, nose and throat (ENT) problems are the main reason many parents take their children to the doctor. This can include...
Posted: 4/30/2018
If you have diabetes and don’t control your blood sugar, you could end up with serious problems with your eyes. The longer you...
Posted: 4/30/2018
Asthma is when air can’t get into your lungs, which makes it hard to breathe. It can start at any age but most children have t...
Posted: 4/30/2018
Many people think heart disease only affects men or older people but heart disease is the number one cause of death for women ...
Posted: 3/30/2018
One of the best ways to improve your health is to quit smoking. Smoking is still the number one cause of preventable death and...
Posted: 3/30/2018
As a new parent, choosing how to feed your baby is an important decision. Breastfeeding is a great way to provide your baby wi...
Posted: 3/30/2018
Most burn injuries for babies and toddlers happen at home. The experts from Parkland’s Regional Burn Center offer the tips bel...
Posted: 3/30/2018
If you have diabetes, it is important to know all of the complications that can develop if you don’t keep your blood sugar in ...
Posted: 3/6/2018
If you have diabetes, it is important to keep your blood sugar levels within the range determined by your doctor. If your suga...
Posted: 3/6/2018
Living a healthy lifestyle prevents illness and improves quality of life. Parkland dietitians, physicians and physical therapi...
Posted: 3/6/2018
If you are thinking of having a baby in the near future, it is important to take care of your health to prevent potential birt...