Parkland Hospital introduces texting program for Asthma patients

When it comes to kids' health, there is a lot of discussion over COVID-19 and the flu. Another major health issue is asthma. Health experts say when this respiratory ailment is not under control, it can be deadly.

Parkland Hospital in Dallas has launched a new program to help families manage asthma. The focus is on people in southeast Dallas County.

On Ask the Expert, Parkland's Dr. Cesar Termulo, Associate Medical Director joined the KRLD Afternoon News to discuss the new program.

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For more information on Parkland's new text message program, visit the website.

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