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Domestic violence during pregnancy can leave more than physical scars
10/14/2026
Domestic violence during pregnancy can affect more than physical health. Emotional abuse, including humiliation, isolation and controlling behavior, can contribute to anxiety, de...
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Parkland earns renewed recognition for sustainable healthcare practices
10/13/2026
Parkland Health recently earned The Joint Commission’s Sustainable Healthcare Certification (SHC) for the second time by prioritizing environmental sustainability through decarbo...
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- Health & Safety
- Parkland Memorial Hospital
- Recognition & Milestones
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Parkland urges North Texas to get vaccinated ahead of flu season
10/12/2026
North Texas is coming off last year’s flu season that hit children especially hard, even though the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) classified the season as mode...
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Ukrainian medical team visits Parkland Burn Center to learn burn care techniques amid war
10/8/2026
A delegation of four burn surgeons and a nurse from Ukraine is visiting the Parkland Burn Center to observe and learn techniques they can bring back to their country, where Russi...
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Travis Smith named Parkland Chief Financial Officer
10/7/2026
Travis L. Smith has joined Parkland Health as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, bringing more than two decades of healthcare and financial leadership experien...
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- Staff Announcements
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Power up safely: Parkland urges caution with lithium-ion batteries
10/6/2026
Cell phones, laptops, tablets, power tools, e-bikes and even children’s toys have something in common: many are powered by rechargeable lithium-ion batteries. They make everyday ...
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The ‘silent’ heart risks people may not know they have
9/29/2026
Heart disease doesn’t always come with a warning. It can develop silently for years before symptoms appear. For World Heart Day on Sept. 29, Parkland Health is encouraging the co...
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Parkland Recognized by Vizient as 2026 Top Performer in Stewardship
9/24/2026
Parkland Health announces it has been recognized as a 2026 Top Performer in Stewardship by Vizient. Parkland was the top ranked performer in the Large, specialized complex care m...
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‘I Wasn’t Afraid of Death. I Was Afraid of Living’
9/16/2026
This story discusses suicide, childhood abuse and substance abuse. If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, please reach out to a mental health professional or call...
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- Health & Safety
- Patient Stories
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Parkland officials offer tips for stormy weather
9/15/2026
September is National Preparedness Month, a time to encourage individuals and families to prepare for emergencies before they happen. While no one can predict when disaster will ...