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A Sanford Health nurse gives COVID-19 and Influenza Vaccinations to a woman in her car. An adolescent boy is in the passenger seat. All are wearing face masks.

Sanford Health offers flu and COVID-19 vaccinations

Immunization blitzes include drive-thru and indoor appointments at Fargodome

Nathan Aamodt ⋅ 5 min read

Flu shots are important in pregnancy. A closeup of a doctor putting a stethoscope on a pregnant patient's belly.

Baby benefits when pregnant mom gets the flu shot

Heather Spies, MD ⋅ 5 min read

Close up of a pediatrician having a check up on his patient

The pandemic isn’t over as new school year approaches

Courtney Collen ⋅ 7 min read

Toddler girl on mom's lap smiles at medical provider who is preparing her arm for a routine childhood immunization.

Immunization myths and when kids need each shot

SHN Staff ⋅ 7 min read

Boy wearing mask sitting in medical waiting room holding gadget looking at camera

Wellness exams, vaccines now could prevent outbreaks later

Jane Thaden Lawson ⋅ 7 min read

kid with pediatrician

Well child visits important for children of all ages

“Not only is a well child exam more comprehensive, it’s often paid for by insurance."

SHN Staff ⋅ 12 min read

Cold And Flu. Portrait Of Ill Woman Caught Cold, Feeling Sick And Sneezing In Paper Wipe. Closeup Of Beautiful Unhealthy Girl Covered In Blanket Wiping Nose.

Flu FAQ with Sanford Health providers

Get tips on navigating this flu season amid the COVID-19 pandemic

Katie Foutz ⋅ 2 min read

Sanford Chief Physician Dr. Jeremy Cauwels sits alongside Courtney Collen for a Sanford Health News Facebook Live QA

Sanford chief physician: COVID-19 isn’t safe, vaccine is

Vaccination continues for health care workers and high-risk individuals first

Courtney Collen ⋅ 14 min read

Dr. Susan Hoover and Dr. Allison Suttle join Sanford Health News for a Facebook Live

Vaccine ‘promising’ as virus spreads across Upper Midwest

If we're all responsible, COVID-19 numbers will go down, says Dr. Suttle

Courtney Collen ⋅ 10 min read

Illustration of Swiss cheese with holes, each slice labeled with a different COVID-19 precaution: getting vaccinated, wearing a face mask, washing hands, social distancing, staying home if you're sick.

The more layers you have, the safer you’ll be from viruses

Protect yourself Swiss cheese style, says Sanford CMO Allison Suttle, MD

Courtney Collen ⋅ 3 min read

Light and dark blue infographic showing medical icons next to text: "COVID-19 HIGH RISK SAFETY PRECAUTION CHECKLIST: Get a flu shot. Wear a mask. Practice social distancing. Wash your hands often. Limit outings. Get creative socially."

At risk for severe COVID-19? Rely on your support system now

Limit your exposure by staying home more, avoiding crowds over holidays

Courtney Collen ⋅ 6 min read

Tom Syverson (left) sits down with Sanford Health News' Simon Floss (right) to discuss voting, visitations, and vaccine updates at The Good Samaritan Society

Voting, COVID-19 & flu: Advice for seniors

Good Samaritan Society helps residents to safely exercise their rights

Simon Floss ⋅ 6 min read

Dr. Gautam Sachdeva with PPE on.

Strokes and COVID-19: What you need to know about symptoms

Doctors are discovering coronavirus can affect all organs, including your brain

Mick Garry ⋅ 7 min read

Mother taking daughters temperature.

Your top 10 Googled questions about kids and the flu

You asked, we answered with the help of a Sanford Children's leader

Courtney Collen ⋅ 9 min read

Man with the flu, Covered In Blanket, coughs into his hand. He holds a mug and has citrus fruits in a bowl nearby.

Your 10 most Googled questions about the flu & flu shot

Experts still learning how this flu season will look in a pandemic year

Courtney Collen ⋅ 12 min read

Your top 10 Googled questions about kids and the flu

Courtney Collen ⋅ 9 min read

Sanford chief physician: COVID-19 isn’t safe, vaccine is

Courtney Collen ⋅ 14 min read

The more layers you have, the safer you’ll be from viruses

Courtney Collen ⋅ 3 min read

Strokes and COVID-19: What you need to know about symptoms

Mick Garry ⋅ 7 min read

Drive-thru the flu: Sanford Health offers mobile flu shots

Simon Floss ⋅ 3 min read

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