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Sober curiosity can inspire better relationship with alcohol
Podcast: Counselors offer resources for sobriety support beyond Dry January

STIs can affect your sexual and reproductive health
Podcast: Family medicine doctor advises dose of honesty with people you care about

What is joint pain and what can you do about it?
Podcast: Orthopedic surgeon, Dr. Cody Sessions, shares options for nagging knee or hip pain
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Sanford Health and Augustana Univ. team up on concussions
"Not only can we contribute to this field of research, but hopefully we put tools in their hands to help care for student athletes."

Opioid crisis: Sanford Bemidji clinic steps up fight
"We want to break the cycle of substance use in families and replace it with a healthier, sustainable cycle.”

Sanford Joe Lueken Cancer Center opening soon
It has 20 infusion suites, 15 exam rooms, on-site infusion pharmacy and lab services, boutique, bistro, garden and other patient-centered amenities

C-section suite at Sanford Bemidji keeps families together
"Instead of splitting up, the new operating room will allow for the recovery of mom and the baby together.”

Sanford Bemidji minimizes its carbon footprint
Sanford Bemidji has committed to reducing its carbon footprint and expanding green initiatives in every way. With millions of tons of waste going to landfills each year, everyone is losing. And the health care industry is one of the largest waste producers annually. Health care requires vast quantities of equipment, technology and resources to take […]

3D mammography now available in Bemidji
The Edith Sanford Breast Center in Bemidji is now using 3D mammography. This advanced breast cancer detection tool gives radiologists better visualization of the breast. This includes identifying previously undetectable cancer earlier and reducing the need for additional follow-up tests. 3D mammography is the most effective screening tool for diagnosing breast cancer. It performs particularly […]

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Profile by Sanford opens locations in Bismarck, Bemidji
Sanford Health has introduced an integrated approach to weight management and is opening its first retail store fronts in Bismarck, ND, and Bemidji, MN. Profile by Sanford® is now open at 1655 N Grandview Lane Suite 104 in Bismarck and 1217 Anne Street Suite 1 in Bemidji. Profile was designed using a large body of […]

Sanford Bemidji completes first cardiology procedures
A major milestone was met in Sanford Bemidji’s journey towards accomplishing its vision as a premier regional, innovative, rural health care delivery organization. A team of medical specialists at Sanford Bemidji successfully completed its first three cardiac catheterizations procedures. “It is a wonderful thing to have happen to this community,” said Dr. Jeffrey Watkins, interventional […]

Sanford Health gives $2 million to Bemidji Events Center
Bemidji city leaders announced a contribution of $2 million from Sanford Health to the Bemidji Regional Events Center. In turn the city will rename the venue The Sanford Center. Richard Lehman, Bemidji mayor said, “We approached Sanford about this opportunity and we are very thankful for their willingness to partner with us. This new event […]
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