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
Caregiver support group aims to help those who help others
Group of cancer patient caregivers provides advice, comfort, emotional support
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Sanford supports the future workforce beyond the classroom
Classrooms to Careers helps students through networking and financial assistance
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Mobile clinic helps long-term care and end-of-life patients
The post-acute and community services clinic meets patients where they are
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Sanford Health celebrates 10 years in Bismarck region
Health system has invested $300 million in the area since 2012, with more planned for future
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Henry Carlson Jr. built an enduring legacy at Sanford Health
For nearly a century, Henry Carlson Co. has partnered with Sanford Health on landmark facilities
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Tiny house community puts roofs over homeless veterans
Sanford Health supports housing mission with VCP Village of Sioux Falls
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Sanford supports women and girls in sports
Title IX anniversary has athletes & providers reflecting on sports’ lifelong lessons
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Sports meant everything to these Sanford employees
College hall of famers celebrate 50 years of Title IX and equal access to athletics
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87-year-old harpist plays for patients in hospice
Luana Mangold is Good Samaritan Society’s National Ever Forward Volunteer Champion
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Sanford Children’s, Fresh Start partner with smiles in mind
Screenings available for children to receive reconstructive surgery at no cost
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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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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
- Claire’s Story: Living Beyond Limits Thanks to Sanford Children’s in Bismarck
- 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
- 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
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