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
Samaritan’s Feet treats seniors to foot washing & footwear
Partnership with Good Samaritan Society helps protect older adults from falls
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Find your roots through genetics camp at Sanford Research
Middle school students learn about DNA, genetic technology, evolution & genetic counseling
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Sanford nurse reunites with Ukrainian family
Co-workers at Bemidji clinic donate money, clothing and supplies to support those fleeing war
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Sanford Health reflects on two years in a pandemic
‘Leading Through COVID’ report shows collaboration across communities to keep people safe
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Sanford Bismarck installs breastfeeding pods in hospital
Nursing suites have benches, fold-down tables, electrical outlets for breast pumps
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Smudging ceremony supports Sanford, community amid pandemic
Providers serving Native American patients welcome blessings and prayer ties
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Sanford Chamberlain employees donate 200 holiday meals
100 meals were given out to families at both Thanksgiving and Christmas
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Dialogue, education can break down Native barriers to care
Outreach underway to Native Americans, who make up roughly 10% of Sanford Health patients
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Sanford works to provide culturally relevant care for all
Recognition months raise awareness, but the real work happens year-round
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Blood donations needed during COVID-19 pandemic
Vacations, weather, and illness affect blood donor numbers even in normal years
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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
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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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