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scholarship to veterans: army officer in uniform holding books

$5,000 scholarship available to veterans

Sanford Health is accepting applications until Aug. 31

Tim Gerszewski ⋅ 3 min read

A Sanford AirMed helicopter sits on a tarmac with clouds in the sky behind it

Sanford AirMed flies to save lives in summer traumas, more

Jane Thaden Lawson ⋅ 7 min read

Running safely during the COVID-19 pandemic

Simon Floss ⋅ 6 min read

Mammography continues during the covid pandemic. Close up of pink ribbon badge on woman's chest to support breast cancer cause.

Breast cancer severity goes down with mammography screening

Courtney Collen ⋅ 5 min read

Hamburgers being flame broiled on the gas grill

Tips for keeping your cookouts and picnics safe

Hannah Nieman ⋅ 4 min read

A young man monitors his blood sugar levels at home. His female partner is offering him love and support.

Telehealth improves blood sugar for rural diabetes patients

Staying in touch over the phone can help manage treatment between clinic visits

Courtney Collen ⋅ 10 min read

Kim Skarphol and her friends, all dressed in pink, raise their arms to cheer as they finish a run to Roger Maris Cancer Center.

Running her way through chemo with a whole crew

Friends of Kim Skarphol made running to cancer treatment a group effort

Simon Floss ⋅ 7 min read

A boy sits on his dad's shoulders outside while flying a toy airplane.

COVID-19 FAQs: Is it safe to fly? Work? Go to the beach?

How to have a safe summer during the coronavirus pandemic

Courtney Collen ⋅ 10 min read

COVID-19 FAQs: Are pregnant women ‘high risk’?

CDC: Pregnant women might be at higher risk for severe illness from COVID-19

Courtney Collen ⋅ 6 min read

Stephanie Tegtmeier, paramedic, stands by an ambulance in a face mask and paper gown. The graphics on the side of the ambulance in blue and white say F-M AMBULANCE and SANFORD HEALTH.

COVID-19 FAQs: Is it safe to call 911?

Yes, health systems and EMS crews are well prepared to keep the community safe

Christen Rennich ⋅ 4 min read

Dr. Chery Hysjulien, Dr. Lyndsey Harper and Dr. Shelby Terstriep stand together during their efforts on the Rosy app

Cancer & intimacy: Sanford docs add to an app for that

Oncologist and psychologist host video classes on Rosy sexual health resource

Jane Thaden Lawson ⋅ 11 min read

Scott Verkulien points to a silver bell on the wall of the cancer center. Survivors get to ring on their last day of treatment.

High schooler helps others after bout with lymphoma

Student athlete Scott Verkulien took on cancer his senior year of high school

Mick Garry ⋅ 13 min read

Masked worker displays a poster that says WE ARE IN THIS TOGETHER with takout boxes forming a heart shape.

Panda Express donates masks and meals to Sanford workers

Restaurant group provides year-round support to Sanford Children's

Shawn Neisteadt ⋅ 3 min read

High school students suit up in PPE to watch a simulated surgery, while medical personnel explain their roles during a Sanford MedX class

Sanford MedX gives teens close look at hospital roles

Program introduces the wide variety of jobs available in health care field

Jane Thaden Lawson ⋅ 15 min read

Female social worker wearing a face mask poses in hallway marked Welcome to the Rehabilitation Unit.

Hospital rehab ‘gets patients back to their life’

Sanford has specialized in recovery from surgery, illness & injury for 30 years

Mick Garry ⋅ 14 min read

Don’t neglect your health needs. It’s safe to seek care

Mick Garry ⋅ 12 min read

Sanford employee writes song for coronavirus workers

Simon Floss ⋅ 7 min read

Tips for keeping your cookouts and picnics safe

Hannah Nieman ⋅ 4 min read

Hospital rehab ‘gets patients back to their life’

Mick Garry ⋅ 14 min read

Spring allergies: How they differ from the coronavirus

Mick Garry ⋅ 5 min read