Denny Sanford, 1935-2026
Sanford Health honors the life and legacy of lead philanthropist Denny Sanford. Learn about his impact.
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Hospital at Home moves care where patients heal best
Podcast: Hospital leaders advocate for expanding, supporting more home care
What makes small-town nursing homes tick?
Podcast: Good Samaritan leaders depend on community support to engage residents, help staff
Creating healthy communities at work is an ongoing process
Podcast: "Happiness is a sense of contribution," says author Eric Termuende
Get used to diabetes checkups being a call or click away
Podcast: Dr. David Newman provides virtual care from Fargo, North Dakota
Virtual care becomes everyday practice
Podcast: Some primary care, mental health providers see all of their patients online
Virtual clinic shortens distance to health care
Podcast: Residents of rural North Dakota welcome Sanford Virtual Care’s first satellite clinic
Sanford Health’s commitment to our veteran community
Podcast: Capt. Paul Weckman on veterans programs at Sanford, Good Samaritan Society
Women supporting women through diagnosis, treatment
Podcast: Cancer mentorship program provides support for newly diagnosed patients
PGA is among Sanford Health’s unique partnerships
Podcast: Sanford Labs leader Rochelle Odenbrett describes COVID-19 testing on golf tour
Recent Stories
Sanford Health provides resources to prevent child abuse
Pediatrician-led programs available for families and child care providers
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Good Samaritan Society resident breaking down barriers
Matt Conaway is studying law from his room, hoping to improve care for others
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Sanford takes global stage at virtual Vatican Conference
Fifth International Vatican Conference was virtual in light of COVID-19 pandemic
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Sanford Health vaccinates 1,700 JBS employees in Worthington
"We're glad we got the chance to get this vaccine. Everybody needs the vaccine."
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Lions Club donates over 300 blankets to Sanford Children’s
Handmade tie blankets offer ‘a little piece of home away from home’
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Incredible women living, serving at Good Samaritan Society
Residents are staying active and living with purpose
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Sanford & VA collaborating to vaccinate rural communities
Getting the COVID-19 vaccines out to rural areas is a priority
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Sanford announces $300 million for rural health care access
Gift launches medical education, community sports & virtual care initiatives
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Specially trained nurses help to heal victims of assault
Sexual Assault Nurse Examiners program is training, hiring more staff in Fargo
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Sanford Bemidji marks 10 years of serving northern Minnesota
Health system’s expanded medical services and specialties have saved lives
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Lewis Drug and Sanford Health: What happens next?
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NICU read-a-thon helps babies and families alike
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Throwback sports venue makes history of its own
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- 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
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Sanford Health Foundation
- 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
- Lexi’s Story: Emergency Patient to Emergency Advocate
- More in Sanford Health Foundation
Sanford fit
- Checking In With Your Kids
- 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
- More in Sanford fit
