/tags/parkland-hospital Parkland Hospital en-US Copyright Fri, 25 Apr 2025 09:57:00 GMT /news/2025-04-25/andra-adkins-deemed-medically-fit-dallas-county-jail-then-died-dallas-county-jail-medical-examiners-office-sheriff Dallas County did not accept Andra Adkins until after Parkland Hospital staff deemed him medically fit for detainment. He died hours later. Fri, 25 Apr 2025 09:57:00 GMT /news/2025-04-25/andra-adkins-deemed-medically-fit-dallas-county-jail-then-died-dallas-county-jail-medical-examiners-office-sheriff Marina Trahan Martinez /news/2025-04-23/andra-adkins-dallas-county-jail-death-dallas-county-medical-examiners-office-suicide-suggested-but-no-autopsy No autopsy was performed after Andra Adkins's death while in custody at the Dallas County jail because he suffered from several medical conditions, according to a report. Wed, 23 Apr 2025 09:57:00 GMT /news/2025-04-23/andra-adkins-dallas-county-jail-death-dallas-county-medical-examiners-office-suicide-suggested-but-no-autopsy Marina Trahan Martinez /health-wellness/2025-03-31/why-dallas-can-be-challenging-for-children-with-asthma A new report ranks Dallas as one of the most challenging places to live with seasonal allergies. A North Texas doctor explains the impact on pediatric asthma. Mon, 31 Mar 2025 10:00:00 GMT /health-wellness/2025-03-31/why-dallas-can-be-challenging-for-children-with-asthma Sam Baker /news/2025-03-12/man-dies-in-dallas-county-jail-pulled-medical-device-from-throat A 50-year-old man was pronounced dead at Parkland Health hospital Tuesday after DART police had taken him to Dallas County Jail. Wed, 12 Mar 2025 09:57:00 GMT /news/2025-03-12/man-dies-in-dallas-county-jail-pulled-medical-device-from-throat Marina Trahan Martinez /health-wellness/2025-03-10/everyday-steps-you-can-take-to-reduce-your-risk-of-colorectal-cancer Screening offers the best way to prevent colorectal cancer. However, things you could or should do every day can help reduce risk for the disease. Mon, 10 Mar 2025 10:00:00 GMT /health-wellness/2025-03-10/everyday-steps-you-can-take-to-reduce-your-risk-of-colorectal-cancer Sam Baker /health-wellness/2025-02-07/southeast-dallas-mental-health-clinic-metrocare The Metrocare Elam Family Mental Health Clinic offers walk-in appointments and financial assistance through charity care. Fri, 07 Feb 2025 20:48:08 GMT /health-wellness/2025-02-07/southeast-dallas-mental-health-clinic-metrocare Kailey Broussard /health-wellness/2025-01-27/north-texas-medical-official-urges-caution-amid-increase-in-flu-cases The CDC began reporting higher flu rates across the U.S. in late fall. A North Texas health official explains why the region’s only now seeing an increase. Mon, 27 Jan 2025 11:00:00 GMT /health-wellness/2025-01-27/north-texas-medical-official-urges-caution-amid-increase-in-flu-cases Sam Baker /health-wellness/2025-01-22/child-care-center-annies-place-parkland-health-child-care Annie's Place experienced "insurmountable" challenges, including financial hardship, according to the nonprofit's CEO. Parkland Health says it will look for a new group to offer services. Wed, 22 Jan 2025 20:34:12 GMT /health-wellness/2025-01-22/child-care-center-annies-place-parkland-health-child-care Kailey Broussard /health-wellness/2024-11-25/palliative-care-improving-quality-of-life-for-patients-with-serious-illness Many confuse hospice and palliative care. They're similar, but a North Texas doctor explains how palliative care can improve the quality of life for patients with serious illnesses. Mon, 25 Nov 2024 11:00:00 GMT /health-wellness/2024-11-25/palliative-care-improving-quality-of-life-for-patients-with-serious-illness Sam Baker /news/2024-11-25/dallas-medical-district-city-maple-avenue-redesign Southwestern Medical District officials say a proposed redesign for Maple Avenue won't make the road safer. Mon, 25 Nov 2024 11:00:00 GMT /news/2024-11-25/dallas-medical-district-city-maple-avenue-redesign Pablo Arauz Peña