Sanford Health News

Keeping Gunner Olesen healthy has been a cooperative effort involving his parents and a medical team that includes a medical staff at Sanford Health in Chamberlain, S.D., and in Sioux Falls.

Children’s specialty care: A team approach for special kids

Gunner Olesen greets his challenges and his providers with a bright disposition.

Mick Garry ⋅ 12 min read

Paul Hanson in a dark suit, red tie, speaking with off-camera interviewer

Paul Hanson: ‘You are part of the future’

Jared Leighton ⋅ 12 min read

Two girls play volleyball while Courtney Thompson coaches them

U.S. Olympian mentors Sanford Volleyball Academy

Charlie Schuknecht ⋅ 5 min read

Lampe, Kevin

Kevin Lampe is steward of ‘a community gem’

Jared Leighton ⋅ 10 min read

Foster, Ruthie

Outdoor music venue promotes healthy community

SHN Staff ⋅ 8 min read

Managing joint pain and treatments: Podcast

39 min ⋅ July 2nd

"A lot of times the patient says, 'I wish I would have done this earlier'"

Profile by Sanford Health growth: Podcast

41 min ⋅ May 2nd

Look into the future of the weight loss franchise

It’s all about science: Podcast

41 min ⋅ April 25th

Meet the Sanford Research scientist leading inspiring programs for students.

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease: Podcast

17 min ⋅ April 18th

Learn how respiratory rehab helps people with chronic breathing problems.

Sanford Health public affairs: Podcast

41 min ⋅ April 11th

Partnerships promote working together to help people across the region.

A young woman wearing glasses looks at her mobile tablet from her couch.

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Katie Foutz ⋅ 4 min read

Family camping and grilling out by lake

Tips for keeping your grill outs and picnics safe

With summer in full swing, the risk of foodborne illness heats up.

Hannah Nieman ⋅ 4 min read

Micah Aberson speaks to a television news crew at the Sanford Sports Complex

Micah Aberson: ‘Helping the people who help people’

'Chief global brand officer' markets Sanford Health around the world

Jared Leighton ⋅ 11 min read

cancer survivor Megan McManus applies sunscreen to her arm

Melanoma survivor who had cancer at age 15: Save your skin

Think ahead to prevent skin cancer, and know signs to watch for

SHN Staff ⋅ 11 min read

Sparkler in front of American flag

Fireworks safety: The do’s and don’ts

Make sure your Independence Day doesn't result in a trip to the emergency room.

Hillary Becker, MD ⋅ 3 min read

Mark Parkinson, a former governor of Kansas with extensive experience in the nursing home sector, addressed the crowd at the Good Samaritan Society's Annual Operations Conference at the Sioux Falls Convention Center.

Nursing home leader: Innovators needed

Merge mission with metrics, says Good Samaritan Society conference speaker

Mick Garry ⋅ 8 min read

Dr. Peter Vitiello speaks with a group of people with walkers and wheelchairs in a research lab.

Rare disease tour aims to empower patients & families

Global Genes, EveryLife Foundation bring national tour to Sioux Falls July 13

Rachel Ehlers ⋅ 3 min read

A large group of workers and family from Sanford Health pose in identical blue T-shirts.

Heart walks promote community awareness

Man with heart condition celebrates walking — from 200 feet, he's up to 3 miles.

SHN Staff ⋅ 7 min read

Great American Bike Race in Bismarck

Great American Bike Race helps local children

Stationary bike races add Fargo site to raise money for help with expenses

Kay Todd ⋅ 4 min read

Ashley Schwab and Megan Baldridge sit next to each other in the lobby of Sanford Imagenetics.

Sanford Chip results: Two patients’ perspectives

After genetic test, Ashley Schwab and Megan Baldridge feel more in control

SHN Staff ⋅ 9 min read

Sanford, UnityPoint announce plans to join trusted brands

Shawn Neisteadt ⋅ 7 min read

Melanoma survivor who had cancer at age 15: Save your skin

SHN Staff ⋅ 11 min read

Are e-cigarettes a gateway to smoking?

Carson Walker ⋅ 25 min read

Gymnast learns lessons working back from serious knee injury

Mick Garry ⋅ 13 min read

108-year-old WWII vet remains committed to a life of service

Mick Garry ⋅ 20 min read

After weight loss surgery: ‘Half the man I once was’

Taya Ordahl ⋅ 9 min read

The fight against anxiety

Erin Heinert ⋅ 4 min read

Crohn’s, ulcerative colitis patients reclaim lives with help

Jane Thaden Lawson ⋅ 36 min read

Type 1 diabetic turns diagnosis into career

Vanessa Carlson Bender ⋅ 13 min read

Jeremy Cauwels: ‘Perfection, for just one day’

Jared Leighton ⋅ 9 min read