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
PGA Tour partnership with Sanford Health is more than golf
Health system provides COVID-19 testing for PGA, safety advice for spectators
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Make-A-Wish, Great Shots tee up a teen’s golf dream
Heart condition put Keisha Merrill on Wish Kid list for shopping & golfing spree
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Mother uses rocks to tell late son’s story of organ donation
Cameron Bolton's memory lives on. So do his heart, liver, kidneys & corneas
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Health Care Heroes: Doug Barthel, Community Relations
Retired Sioux Falls police chief exudes pride for his community
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Sanford hosts ‘Thank You Drive Through’ ice cream socials
As a gesture of thanks during the pandemic, Sanford gives out free ice cream
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Silver Linings Day recognizes senior care in North Dakota
Day celebrates long-term caregivers as bright spots in challenging times
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John Deere donation supports workers on the front lines
Company donates 10K face shields to Good Samaritan Society locations in Iowa
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Panda Express donates masks and meals to Sanford workers
Restaurant group provides year-round support to Sanford Children's
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Tommy John donates 2,110 clothing items to Sanford workers
Clothing line co-founder, a South Dakota native, is giving back across the U.S.
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Sanford delivers surprises for National Volunteer Week
Volunteer director places gifts on doorsteps of people who can't help right now
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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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Children's Health
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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
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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
