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Sanford Health News

Camp for cancer patients designed to support entire family

Camp for cancer patients designed to support entire family

North Dakota parents share ways camp helped them and their kids

Jason Anschutz ⋅ 13 min read
More than 50% of ticks tested in WI study carry Lyme disease

More than 50% of ticks tested in WI study carry Lyme disease

Jeff Starck ⋅ 12 min read
Breast cancer isn’t one-size-fits-all

Breast cancer isn’t one-size-fits-all

Courtney Collen ⋅ 8 min read

Trending Stories


Sanford Health, North Memorial Health plan to combine

Paul Heinert ⋅ 12 min read

Hypoxia leaves woman bedridden for more than a year

Jason Anschutz ⋅ 6 min read

Top award for workplace mental health goes to Sanford Health

Paul Heinert ⋅ 4 min read

First-time WNBA visit makes a lasting impression

Mick Garry ⋅ 15 min read

32 new Sanford Black Hills clinicians to begin practicing

Paul Heinert ⋅ 4 min read

Compassion at the cornerstone of Minnesota caregiver’s gifts

Justin Wulf ⋅ 9 min read

Retired Minnesota nurse and her dog fetch volunteer award

Matt Holsen ⋅ 9 min read

Control chronic inflammation through lifestyle changes

Mick Garry ⋅ 12 min read

Nursing leader shines with cheer, fiery commitment to care

Justin Wulf ⋅ 11 min read

Cancer treatments can take a toll on body image

Mick Garry ⋅ 8 min read

Podcasts


adolescent boys and girls outdoors, laughing and smiling

Understanding gynecologic care for teens

Duration: 29:20
Podcast: A pediatric and adolescent gynecologist answers questions about periods and beyond
Two portraits of businesspeople

A rural-urban residency rotation model

Duration: 34:06
Podcast: Doctor training gets redesigned for all of America, not just big cities
elderly couple outdoors. Man is strumming a banjo.

Secrets of memory loss, according to a brain specialist

Duration: 30:06
Podcast: Understanding Alzheimer’s as a form of dementia and how to spot it early

Map a smooth route through menopause

Duration: 39:35
Podcast: OB/GYN helps patients navigate weight gain, hormone therapy, sexual health in midlife

Cancer myths vs. truths – and what truly matters

Duration: 30:35
Podcast: Oncologists can sort through your questions and help you make healthy choices

What every woman should know about uterine fibroids

Duration: 19:32
Podcast: Fibroids are more than heavy, painful periods and worth checking out
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Recent Stories


Activities assistant wows residents with music

Activities assistant wows residents with music

‘Jenna Jams’ is a weekly feature from someone who brings joy daily
Matt Holsen ⋅ 8 min read
Active 10-year-old makes his mark as hospital ambassador

Active 10-year-old makes his mark as hospital ambassador

Owen Ragsdale is known for multiple sports and stunts in his wheelchair
Mick Garry ⋅ 11 min read
Control chronic inflammation through lifestyle changes

Control chronic inflammation through lifestyle changes

With anti-inflammatory diets trending, a doctor shares sustainable choices
Mick Garry ⋅ 12 min read
Nutrition manager calls new career a ‘dream come true’

Nutrition manager calls new career a ‘dream come true’

Steve Reves left tire manufacturing to work in Good Samaritan kitchen
Matt Holsen ⋅ 8 min read
Sanford Health, North Memorial Health plan to combine

Sanford Health, North Memorial Health plan to combine

Joint organization to invest $600 million in Robbinsdale, Maple Grove hospitals
Paul Heinert ⋅ 12 min read
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Sanford in the News


Health systems join payers as early adopters of electronic prior authorization

Healthcare Finance (May 2026)

Sanford Health eyes long-sought Twin Cities presence in North Memorial Health deal

HealthLeaders (May 2026)

Epic, Sanford among companies joining CMS prior authorization effort

Modern Healthcare (May 2026)

Most U.S. doctors are quietly using this AI tool. Few patients know about it.

NBC News (May 2026)

Sanford Health continues M&A push with North Memorial Health deal

MedCity News (May 2026)

Sanford Health and North Memorial Health to combine

Healthcare Finance (May 2026)

Sanford targets Minnesota growth again with planned deal

Healthcare Dive (May 2026)

‘The system is not working’: Minnesota’s hospitals are among least charitable in nation

Minnesota Star Tribune (May 2026)

Sanford Health plans to join with Minnesota health system

Chief Healthcare Executive (May 2026)

The winning edge for expanding your virtual nursing program

HealthLeaders (May 2026)
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Cancer


  • Camp for cancer patients designed to support entire family
  • Breast cancer isn’t one-size-fits-all
  • Cancer treatments can take a toll on body image
  • Hypoxia leaves woman bedridden for more than a year
  • Lung cancer: Chances, symptoms and prevention
  • More in Cancer

Children's Health


  • Active 10-year-old makes his mark as hospital ambassador
  • 32 new Sanford Black Hills clinicians to begin practicing
  • Vaccination FAQs and when kids need each shot
  • Aspire program gives students a closer look at Sanford jobs
  • To raise a better athlete, don’t specialize
  • More in Children's

Genetics


  • Early screenings make a difference to family facing diabetes
  • Two international hospitals join genomic medicine group
  • Nurse discovers risk for heart disease through DNA screening
  • Patients: Pharmacogenomic testing a ‘life-changing’ option
  • Sanford researchers awarded major grants from NIH
  • More in Genetics

Heart


  • Hypoxia leaves woman bedridden for more than a year
  • Sanford cardiac surgeon receives 25th Guardian Angel award
  • Innovative nurses, sisters invent new device for heart patients
  • ‘Miracle’ baby home and healthy after extended PICU stay
  • Preparation key to preventing injury while shoveling snow
  • More in Heart

Orthopedics


  • Baby with clubfoot deformity gets specialty care from start
  • Marshfield Children’s helps girl heal from kickball injury
  • New orthopedic hospital opens with emphasis on hospitality
  • Preparation key to preventing injury while shoveling snow
  • What to know about total joint replacement surgery
  • More in Orthopedics

Pregnancy & Childbirth


  • Sanford Health helps navigate fertility options
  • Skin care during pregnancy: What to do (and not to do)
  • Baby with clubfoot deformity gets specialty care from start
  • Sanford World Clinic grows into medical center-level care
  • Breastfeeding: Benefits for mom and baby
  • More in Pregnancy

Research


  • More than 50% of ticks tested in WI study carry Lyme disease
  • Early-phase cancer treatments available at Sanford Health
  • Aspire program gives students a closer look at Sanford jobs
  • Sanford names transformation chief, health plan leader
  • Early screenings make a difference to family facing diabetes
  • More in Research

Senior Services


  • Activities assistant wows residents with music
  • Nutrition manager calls new career a ‘dream come true’
  • Rapid City home health nurse awarded for care, compassion
  • Administrator sets standard with positive leadership
  • Retired Minnesota nurse and her dog fetch volunteer award
  • More in Senior Services

Women's


  • Breast cancer isn’t one-size-fits-all
  • 32 new Sanford Black Hills clinicians to begin practicing
  • Sanford Health helps navigate fertility options
  • Skin care during pregnancy: What to do (and not to do)
  • Baby with clubfoot deformity gets specialty care from start
  • More in Women's

Innovations


  • Fortune’s ‘most innovative’ list includes Sanford Health
  • Sanford Health leaders discuss AI, digital innovation
  • Innovative nurses, sisters invent new device for heart patients
  • Virtual care at Sanford Health reaches milestone
  • VR headsets help children’s patients in ND
  • More in Innovations

News


  • More than 50% of ticks tested in WI study carry Lyme disease
  • Sanford Health, North Memorial Health plan to combine
  • Top award for workplace mental health goes to Sanford Health
  • 32 new Sanford Black Hills clinicians to begin practicing
  • Newsweek: Sanford USD Medical Center is one of world’s best
  • More in News

Sanford Health Foundation


  • Big Stars & Pink Guitars Event Raises $1,156,100 for Breast Cancer
  • Erin’s Story: A Fighter’s Fight Against Cancer 
  • 2026 Employee Giving Campaign Sets New Record
  • A Legacy of Service and Success: Remembering Dick Bohy
  • Philanthropic Grant Strengthens Dialysis Care in Bismarck
  • More in Sanford Health Foundation

Sanford fit


  • Screen-Free Ways to Soothe and Calm Your Child
  • Emotion‑Safe Conversation Swaps: Simple Ways to Help Kids Feel Seen, Heard, and Supported
  • Tips for Keeping Students Engaged as the School Year Ends
  • How to Build a Screen-Free Routine Teens Will Actually Follow
  • Unlocking Kids' Emotional Wellness with Sanford fit's Mood Pillar
  • More in Sanford fit

Sanford PROMISE


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