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“It’s Okay if the Only Thing You Did Today Was Breathe”
5/27/2026
This story contains references to suicide and related experiences, which may be distressing for some readers. Please take care while reading. If you are in crisis or struggling, ...
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A lifetime of service
5/11/2026
Parkland teammates mark decades of dedication during National Hospital Week Nearly 50 years ago, two teenagers took jobs at Parkland Memorial Hospital. They never left. For Belin...
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At Parkland, care runs in the family
5/7/2026
More than just a workplace, mothers and daughters find a purpose at Parkland For employees of Parkland Health, the idea of “family” often extends beyond home and into the ...
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Helping children breathe easier this World Asthma Day
5/5/2026
Chronic condition a leading cause of pediatric hospital admissions Asthma is a common condition that affects how children breathe, causing swelling and narrowing of the airways. ...
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Former Parkland nurse continues to care for the tiniest patients
4/20/2026
National Volunteer Week is April 19–25 For 92-year-old Rosie Steffen, Parkland Memorial Hospital has never just been a place to work, it’s been a lifelong calling. Steffen...
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Black maternal health week: supporting families beyond delivery
4/13/2026
Expanding access and support for healthier moms and babies Expecting a child should be a time of hope and joy, but too many women in Texas face preventable complications during a...
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Parkland names Brad Nitschke Chief Legal Officer
4/9/2026
Experienced healthcare attorney to lead legal strategy for public health system Parkland Health has named Brad Nitschke, JD, Executive Vice President and Chief Legal Officer, bri...
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Anything is Possible with a Loving Brother
4/7/2026
“I won’t have to depend on a machine anymore to survive. Now, I’m going to live,” said kidney transplant recipient Saul Arvizu. The 35-year-old recently underwent a kidney transp...
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Listening to Her Body Saved Her Life
4/2/2026
When sudden breast pain wouldn’t go away, Nicole Polk knew something wasn’t right. At just 37 years old, she was diagnosed with breast cancer. Polk first noticed a sudden breast ...
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Don’t let diabetes sneak up on you: A quick check can make a difference
3/24/2026
Parkland experts encourage knowing your risk this Diabetes Alert Day Diabetes develops gradually. Blood sugar levels rise over time, often without obvious symptoms. Many people f...