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Mom, daughter learn colonoscopy is key to stopping cancer

Mom, daughter learn colonoscopy is key to stopping cancer

After 34-year-old was diagnosed with colon cancer, her mom was diagnosed, too
SHN Staff 7 min read
What is tummy time? How does it help a baby?

What is tummy time? How does it help a baby?

Tummy time is a great way to help your baby develop muscles for crawling
Parenting Services 4 min read
US News ranks Sanford best hospitals in Dakotas

US News ranks Sanford best hospitals in Dakotas

Sanford USD Medical Center, Sanford Medical Center Fargo honored for exceptional care  
Jon Berg 4 min read
GI medical education will be part of new building at Sanford

GI medical education will be part of new building at Sanford

Sanford Digestive Health Center will offer the first GI fellowship in the Dakotas
Simon Floss 6 min read
Colonoscopies: Debunking the myths

Colonoscopies: Debunking the myths

Procedure can help prevent colon cancer (and you might not even remember it)
Katie Wright 6 min read
Urinary catheter to prevent pullout injuries ready for FDA

Urinary catheter to prevent pullout injuries ready for FDA

Quick-release Foley catheter would improve safety for hospital patients
Carson Walker 11 min read
Sanford doctor joins Academy of Master Surgeon Educators

Sanford doctor joins Academy of Master Surgeon Educators

Out of 90,000 applicants, fewer than 100 are chosen each year
Simon Floss 7 min read
Patient is colon cancer-free after robotic-assisted surgery

Patient is colon cancer-free after robotic-assisted surgery

In the hands of a surgeon, robot makes smaller incisions, easier recovery
Erin Horn 5 min read
Sanford study to ID kids’ risk for diabetes, celiac disease

Sanford study to ID kids’ risk for diabetes, celiac disease

Grant from the Helmsley Charitable Trust will provide screenings for children
Jon Berg 7 min read
Grant gives Sanford access to national cancer trials

Grant gives Sanford access to national cancer trials

Close to home, patients can join clinical trials trying to improve cancer care
Jane Thaden Lawson 11 min read