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To Your Health - Archive

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.

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Cheers to 125 years
Posted: 5/7/2019
Parkland Health & Hospital System’s compassionate care goes beyond the hospital walls with health centers throughout the c...
Join Parkland MyChart
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...
Sun safety
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 ...
Survive the Drive: Driving distractions
Posted: 5/7/2019
Talking on the phone, changing radio stations and chatty passengers are all driving distractions. Not sure how these simple th...
The effects of excessive drinking
Posted: 5/7/2019
Over time, excessive drinking or drinking more than normal can cause poor health conditions. Binge drinking is the most common...
Avoid food poisoning when dining out
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...
Health risks of e-cigarettes
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...
Heart disease: Your teeth matter
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...
Spring break health tips
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 ...
The effects of eating healthy
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...
Healthy living with a disability
Posted: 2/5/2019
Living a long and healthy life with a disability is possible. Routine physical activity boosts heart and lung health. Physical...
Is it time for a new smoke alarm?
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...
Lower your blood pressure
Posted: 2/5/2019
High blood pressure increases your chance of getting heart disease or stroke.  Heart disease, also known as the “silent k...
Meal Planning
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...
Get enough sleep
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...
Increase your chances of having a healthy baby
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 ...
Questions to ask your doctor
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,...
Tips to quit smoking
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 ...
Wash your hands
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...
Chronic illness and depression are often linked
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 ...
Healthy habits for the holidays
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...
Keeping your family happy and safe
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...
The best toy is a safe toy
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 ...
Eating healthy on a budget
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...
Ways to get healthy as a family
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...
How to protect yourself from the flu
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...
Join us for Diabetes Awareness Day
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...
Ways to prevent stress from affecting your diabetes
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...
Domestic violence in the home
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...
Avoiding Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS)
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...
Exercise and Diabetes
Posted: 10/2/2018
Exercising regularly is important for people with diabetes. Exercise helps lower your blood glucose and helps control blood su...
Understanding your food labels
Posted: 10/2/2018
Healthy eating habits can help you prevent and manage common diseases and illnesses. Understanding food labels can help you ma...
The importance of breast cancer screenings
Posted: 10/2/2018
Parkland experts recommend women over the age of 40 receive mammograms every year. Detecting certain breast cancers in the ear...
Why you should get regular checkups
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...
Wear your backpack safely
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...
What to do if your child is a bully
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...
Could you have diabetes?
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...
Traveling with diabetes
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...
Don’t get overheated
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...
Get your child vaccinated
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...
Parkland is hiring medical interpreters
Posted: 8/10/2018
For people who don’t speak English, understanding medical instructions can be difficult. With this in mind, Parkland is hiring...
Parkland Financial Assistance program changes
Posted: 6/29/2018
The Parkland Financial Assistance (PFA) program is changing eligibility levels starting on Sunday, July 1. PFA gives financial...
Is your child anxious?
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...
Drink water for your brain
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....
Pregnant this summer? Learn how to keep cool
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 ...
Learn about sexually transmitted infections
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 ...
Campfire safety tips
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...
Help men get healthy
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 ...
Mental health and your body
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...
Keep your kids’ ears, nose and throat healthy
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...
Diabetes can hurt your eyes
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...
How to tell if your child may have asthma
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...
Heart disease kills women too
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 ...
How to stop smoking for good
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...
Why you should breastfeed your baby
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...
Keep babies and toddlers safe from burns
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...
How to avoid diabetes complications
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 ...
Diabetes and kidney disease
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...
How to get healthy this year
Posted: 3/6/2018
Living a healthy lifestyle prevents illness and improves quality of life. Parkland dietitians, physicians and physical therapi...
How to prevent birth defects
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...
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