Wellness Archives - Sanford Health News

A woman drives a car to recognize Sanford Health volunteers with a gift at their homes

Traveling this summer? How to travel safely during COVID-19

Infectious disease specialist recommends social distancing, even on the road

Simon Floss ⋅ 4 min read

A pregnant woman, Michele Sorenson, is held by her husband, Kyle. They appreciate the prenatal video visit option

Prenatal video visit option pleases couple and OB/GYN

Jane Thaden Lawson ⋅ 11 min read

A senior woman using a tablet at home

Telemedicine helps long-term care residents see the doctor

Simon Floss ⋅ 6 min read

A portrait of the Oelkers family, with four boys, two of whom have special needs

Families with special needs face added challenges amid COVID

Courtney Collen ⋅ 7 min read

Profile by Sanford launches COVIDAge Calculator

Simon Floss ⋅ 4 min read

Footprint decals on the floor of a clinic indicate where people should stand at a distance from others when taking care of health care needs

Don’t neglect your health needs. It’s safe to seek care

Stay on track with chronic conditions, screenings and immunizations

Mick Garry ⋅ 11 min read

A young man sits on a bench outdoors wearing a face mask and applying sanitizer in an illustration of life's new normal

Advice for living life in the ‘new normal’

Infectious disease specialist: Wear face masks, wash hands, avoid crowds

Jon Berg ⋅ 5 min read

A nurse talks on a phone while wearing a mask and gloves

COVID-19 FAQs: Should we all wear gloves?

Infectious disease doctor: Health care workers need gloves. The public doesn't.

Jane Thaden Lawson ⋅ 6 min read

A woman smiles at a doctor on her laptop screen while he smiles back

Will the pandemic change health care forever?

'People are learning that your doctor can see you on the phone'

Courtney Collen ⋅ 7 min read

Allison Suttle faces Courtney Collen during an interview about health care

Sanford chief medical officer: Don’t put your health on hold

Routine immunizations and screenings are still vital and safe to come in for

Courtney Collen ⋅ 4 min read

CJ Ham lifts weights at Sanford POWER.

Sanford POWER, academies reopen for limited business May 11

Guidelines are in place to ensure athlete and member safety

Paul Heinert ⋅ 4 min read

A doctor wears a mask in front of a computer while he talks with a patient in an examination room

Don’t dismiss stroke symptoms during pandemic

Some who should seek medical attention may not because of pandemic concerns

Mick Garry ⋅ 8 min read

Anxiety: Young man sitting at table anxiously

Addiction can intensify in pandemic, but try to connect

Sanford behavioral health experts: Try new ways to cope, and seek help if needed

Simon Floss ⋅ 5 min read

A female scientist stands next to an antibody testing machine

Sanford Health to bring antibody testing to patients

Antibody testing can help determine who has already been infected with COVID-19

Shawn Neisteadt ⋅ 3 min read

A man sits up on the edge of his bed, after not getting good sleep

Getting a good night’s sleep during the pandemic

Increased anxiety can cause vivid dreams, but sleep quality can be improved

Keeley Meier ⋅ 8 min read

Health coverage: Qualifying for a special enrollment period

Ashley Schwab ⋅ 5 min read

Sanford Health to bring antibody testing to patients

Shawn Neisteadt ⋅ 3 min read

What to disinfect first: Tips for the germiest places

Keeley Meier ⋅ 5 min read

Profile by Sanford launches COVIDAge Calculator

Simon Floss ⋅ 4 min read

Great American Bike Race goes online to help local children

Kay Todd ⋅ 4 min read