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Telemedicine makes medical care across the miles possible
Kidney patient in Minnesota gets virtual checkups with doctor in South Dakota
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Health care in your hometown? It’s about family, community
Rural Health Day recognizes care providers and patients
Longest-tenured Sanford Health worker retires after 59 years
Alice Osland began working as an LPN in Westbrook, Minnesota, in 1960
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Population health: Get healthy now to prevent illness later
Movement could help people overcome social barriers to health
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Sanford AirMed: A crucial health service in rural Midwest
“He wouldn’t be here if it wasn’t for the air ambulance."
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Research: Rural community support can ease bullying effects
Sanford Research scientist Emily Griese publishes findings in SD Medicine
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Sanford Health critical access hospitals get national award
Hillsboro, Mayville and Westbrook among the best critical access medical centers in the U.S.
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Surgery in her town helps mom see new baby as she heals
And access to Sanford Health medical centers means advanced care is also nearby.
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fitClub integrates with Minnesota physical education classes
Sanford Fit teaches healthy choices along themes of recharge, mood, food & move
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25 Sanford facilities designated ‘Most Wired’
List recognizes excellence in health care IT
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