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Vaccination FAQs and when kids need each shot
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Preventive health screenings you should not postpone
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Why do we get sick more in the winter?
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Podcasts
Busting myths about the HPV vaccine
Podcast: Doses starting at age 9 provide lifetime protection against cancer, providers say
STIs can affect your sexual and reproductive health
Podcast: Family medicine doctor advises dose of honesty with people you care about
Vaccinations help older adults stay stronger for longer
Podcast: Immunization, education efforts among residents and staff lead to less illness
Doctors, nurses sound the alarm as vaccination rates drop
Podcast: Why immunizations are important, and who parents can trust with vaccine info
COVID and the important connection to heart health
Podcast: Dr. Tom Stys says COVID infections plus our pandemic lifestyle can make heart disease worse.
OB/GYN talks COVID-19 vaccine and pregnancy
Podcast: Dr. Jessica Sedevie, who received the vaccine while pregnant, dispels myths
Recent Stories
COVID-19 FAQ: How often do you need a COVID shot?
Dr. Jeremy Cauwels explains why you need this season’s updated COVID-19 vaccine
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Nurse thankful for new RSV treatments after son’s scare
Vaccine in pregnancy, antibody treatment in infancy can save lives
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Flu season and COVID-19: Concerns for seniors
Vaccination can help protect adults age 65+ from severe illness
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Why the flu vaccine matters this season
Know your options and protect yourself before you get sick
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Is it a cold or RSV? Know when to call your child’s doctor
Cough, congestion can last a month and cause breathing complications
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Different vaccines produce different results: Here’s why
Some vaccines provide seasonal protection while some provide lifelong immunity
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What is RSV and how can you prepare?
Immunization protects against severe illness for certain age groups and health conditions
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Polio survivor is a passionate vaccine advocate
Mark Sternhagen contracted polio as a toddler in the 1950s
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Flu shot FAQs: Myths and facts
An infectious disease specialist answers your questions about flu shots
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Preparation through vaccination key to staying flu-free
Flu season starts in October and runs through May
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Preventive health screenings you should not postpone
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Flu season and COVID-19: Concerns for seniors
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What is RSV and how can you prepare?
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Children's Health
- See inside a waiting room designed to support and empower kids
- Vaccines for Children program offers free immunizations
- Curiosity sparks decades of guiding students through science
- Active 10-year-old makes his mark as hospital ambassador
- 32 new Sanford Black Hills clinicians to begin practicing
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Heart
Orthopedics
- Preparation key to preventing injury while shoveling snow
- What to know about total joint replacement surgery
- Air Force veteran finds joy serving Aberdeen athletes
- Dual injuries give football player a chance to get stronger
- Runner and football player gets back on track after injury
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Research
- 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
- Clinical trial gives cancer survivor a chance to help others
- Two international hospitals join genomic medicine group
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Senior Services
- 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
- Nursing leader shines with cheer, fiery commitment to care
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Innovations
News
- Sanford Health adding new medical building in Sioux Falls
- Half of ticks tested in WI study carry Lyme disease bacteria
- 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
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Sanford Health Foundation
- A Legacy That Inspires: 2026 Roger Maris All-Star Week Raises over $1 million for Cancer Care
- Cancer Survivors Reflect on the Power of Hope
- 2026 Pours for a Purpose Raises nearly $415,000 for Bemidji Emergency Department Remodel
- Lexi’s Story: Emergency Patient to Emergency Advocate
- 2026 Blueway Events Raise $380,980 for Cancer Care in Bismarck
- More in Sanford Health Foundation
Sanford fit
- How to Create an Active Daily Routine for Kids at Home During the Summer
- How to Co‑Create a Screen‑Free Routine with Your Teen
- Build Healthy Habits with Curiosity: Conversation Swaps That Boost Cooperation
- How to Keep Kids Eating Well When Routines Disappear
- Simple Ways to Keep Kids Happy and Energized on Vacation
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