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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
Sanford Health recognized by Becker’s as a top place to work
Professional development, diverse workplaces, wellness benefits among reasons for ranking
Fortune names Sanford Health to ‘most innovative’ list
America’s Most Innovative Companies includes health system for second year in a row
Nurse turned clinic director is now nurse leadership fellow
2024 recipient of Becky Nelson Fellowship has spent 20+ years at Sanford
Sanford USD Medical Center makes World’s Best Hospitals list
Newsweek list also names medical center a global leader for infection prevention
Sanford earns 3 of Top 100 Critical Access Hospital Awards
Chartis recognizes rural medical centers for outstanding performance
2 Good Samaritan Society leaders named national Rising Stars
McKnight's program honors standouts in skilled nursing, senior living and home care
Emergency prep is everyday work for Army reservist
Sgt. Liz Kodet, emergency management specialist, is Sanford’s Veteran of the Year
AMA honors Sanford Health for promoting clinician well-being
Health system earns recognition for preventing work-related stress and burnout
US News Best Nursing Homes list names Good Samaritan Society
14 locations earn high ratings in short-term rehabilitation, long-term care or both
Culture, education lead to 4th Magnet honor in Bismarck
Magnet designation is the highest national award for professional nursing
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
- More in Children's
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
- More in News
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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