Nursing in a team environment: Ready for anything
The Sanford Medical Center Fargo towers above its surroundings. It’s one of the most technologically advanced medical centers in the nation. That includes the operating rooms where the staff is never sure what each day will bring. “Every day is a different day,” said Abby Saunders, R.N., a clinical care lead at the hospital, which […]
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I tried Forte and this is what happened
Core strength and conditioning class is like 'athletic training for average Joes'
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Lymphedema therapy helps patients manage symptoms
The lymphatic system is a network of tissues and organs that helps the body get rid of toxins and waste materials. Lymphedema is when the lymphatic system breaks down and allows the buildup of fluid in one or more of a patient’s arms or legs. The swelling that results from this buildup can range from […]
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Employee feature: Valet member serves to give back
Like many Sanford Health locations, you’ll find a team of valet members greeting guests at Sanford Roger Maris Cancer Center in Fargo. That includes Chuck Wickenheiser, whose reason for working is personal. “Actually I used to bring my father to his cancer treatments,” Wickenheiser said. “When I retired I wanted to give back.” His work […]
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Patience (and forgiveness) key to running plan success
The truth is: marathon training is hard work. It takes time, energy and mental grit. However, with all this hard work, there will be rewards. You will achieve many accomplishments throughout the journey. No one knows this more than Kendall Railing. He’s a certified strength and conditioning specialist at Sanford POWER and 15-time Fargo Marathon […]
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North Dakota drivers support local kids
The North Dakota Department of Transportation recently approved a Peace Garden State Sanford Children’s license plate. Each plate costs $25, with $15 of the fee coming back to the Sanford Health Foundation to benefit Sanford Children’s in Bismarck and Fargo, North Dakota. No matter what brings children and families through the doors, philanthropy helps make […]
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Is there a link between menopause and genetics?
How and when a woman begins menopause depends on family history and lifestyle
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Blood test that detects concussions? Don’t believe the hype
Headlines buzzed last week with breaking news that the Food and Drug Administration had approved a new blood test for concussions. This “breakthrough” understandably garnered enormous attention as awareness and concerns about concussions have reached a fever pitch in recent years. Indeed, concussions have arguably become the most important sports medicine topic of our time […]
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Sanford Health to sponsor floor of Washington Pavilion
Health Quest exhibits will complement existing Fit Zone in science museum
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Sanford Health Foundation at the top
The Sanford Health Foundation was recently recognized as one of 63 “High Performers” in the U.S. and Canada by the Association for Healthcare Philanthropy (AHP). The distinction, based on analysis of fiscal year 2016 data, reflects outstanding effectiveness and efficiency. This is the third year in a row the AHP has placed the Foundation in […]
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