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Meet 3 women who are leading senior care into the future
Podcast: ‘Women of Distinction’ recipients recall first jobs and rural care as a calling
Sanford Health’s commitment to our veteran community
Podcast: Capt. Paul Weckman on veterans programs at Sanford, Good Samaritan Society
The fight against CF: breathing life into patients
Podcast: 2020 Sanford Lorraine Cross Award finalist Dr. Michael Welsh talks fighting CF
A mark through coronaviruses
Podcast: Dr. Mark Denison has been studying coronaviruses since the 1980s
Committing to a cure for cancer
Podcast: Through CAR T-cells, Dr. Carl June has found a way to fight leukemia
Recent Stories
Nebraska long-term care nurse earns leadership award
Leanne Atwood is Good Samaritan Society’s National Ever Forward Leader Champion
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Sanford Health named top non-profit for veterans
2024 Military Friendly Brands list recognizes best employers for veterans & spouses
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Good Samaritan Society locations earn silver quality award
AHCA/NCAL awards go to long-term care locations with best quality metrics, survey results nationwide
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From CNA to nursing director, Kansas RN earns national honor
Amy Davis is the National Ever Forward Director of Nursing Champion
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Maintenance employee cares for residents and their homes
National Ever Forward Champion Jerry Kelch is ‘an angel’ to those who know him
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North Dakota girl with a goat wins volunteer of the year
No kidding – Peyton Marquart brings animals inside for intergenerational entertainment
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23 Good Samaritan Society locations receive national award
The Bronze Award is the first of three distinctions possible through the AHCA/NCAL National Quality Award Program
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CNN honors Dr. Johnna Nynas as Champion for Change
8th annual special features changemakers across United States
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Newsweek names Sanford to best maternity hospitals list
Sanford USD Medical Center is only hospital in South Dakota named in 2024 ranking
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‘Grow the Good’ makes an impact on rural health care
12 national ad awards go to Sanford Health internal and external marketing efforts
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Sanford Health named a top nonprofit for veterans
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Cancer
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
- More in Orthopedics
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
- More in Research
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
- More in Senior Services
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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