Denny Sanford, 1935-2026
Sanford Health honors the life and legacy of lead philanthropist Denny Sanford. Learn about his impact.
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Secrets of memory loss, according to a brain specialist
Podcast: Understanding Alzheimer’s as a form of dementia and how to spot it early
Homing in on your breast health
Podcast: Family medicine provider promotes regular screenings and family history
Support the physical needs of your ‘mental load’
Podcast: Understanding the brain, how it functions and ways to keep it healthy
Managing weight as a chronic medical condition
Podcast: Weight management specialist on factors, medications, lifestyle changes
Tips for finding senior care, from a senior care nurse
Podcast: Nursing director shares lessons from moving her own grandparents into a nursing home
Varicose veins may be more than surface-level problems
Podcast: Heart specialist warns vein changes can point to deeper medical issues
What does a heart attack feel like?
Podcast: Pain or tightness in the chest, neck, jaw, arm are all signs to call 911
We ask a lactation specialist all your breastfeeding questions
Podcast: Samantha Zeeb, RN, answers how the body makes milk, how to get support and more
Rural doctor and farmer relates to her patients
Podcast: ‘I know the sacrifices they make to get here,’ says Dr. Elizabeth Brown
Mammography vs. thermography for detecting breast cancer
Podcast: Only mammograms can detect breast cancer and reduce your chance of dying from it
Recent Stories
Patient is colon cancer-free after robotic-assisted surgery
In the hands of a surgeon, robot makes smaller incisions, easier recovery
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Athlete bounces back from torn ACL with help from Sanford
Jocelyn Julson completed rehab at Sanford, heads to UND to play volleyball this fall
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Robotic-assisted knee replacement makes world of difference
Surgery helps North Dakota rancher get back to walking and working without pain
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Stroke patient’s life saved with unrelated doctor visit
Swift-thinking providers recognized stroke signs during kidney treatment
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Nurses: What advice would you give new nurses?
Experienced Sanford nurses offer wisdom to others starting in the profession
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Nurses Week shines spotlight on nurses in every region
Meet nurses serving Sanford Health communities through the pandemic and beyond
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Sanford recognizes safety and compliance with Compass Award
With a strong commitment to a safe environment, leaders say every moment matters
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Knee replacement options: Surgeons can help you decide
Are your knees swelling, stiff, or crunching? Explore your choices for pain relief
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Kidney donor & recipient start as strangers, become friends
‘Hallmark doesn’t make a card for this,’ says Sanford Bismarck patient
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Employee giving Q&A: A blessing to others
Sanford Bismarck nutrition and food services director shares motivation for giving back
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Weight loss surgery Q&A with an expert
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Sanford Health Foundation
- Claire’s Story: Living Beyond Limits Thanks to Sanford Children’s in Bismarck
- Celebrating a Visionary: Remembering the Life and Legacy of Denny Sanford
- 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
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- Back‑to‑School Resources That Build Positivity, Confidence and Growth Mindset
- Conversation Starters to Help Kids Build Confidence for Back-to-School
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- 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
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