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
Fellow veterans, volunteers gift shawls to hospitalized vets
Small gestures can mean the world, say veterans and civilians they’ve helped
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Health advocate provides comfort, trust for Native patients
Joseph Beaudreau of Sanford Bemidji is a member of the Ojibwe tribe
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Chief physician hosts COVID Q&A with business community
Dr. Cauwels advises on safer workplaces when 'the goal is to help stop this virus'
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Children’s Walk supports young patients, connects families
10-year-old cancer survivor leads Sanford International event from hospital to golf course
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Simulation gives students glimpse into health care careers
Canton High School students receive immersive experience on campus
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World War II veterans take off on Dream Flights
Former pilot, now Good Samaritan Society resident, relives some military memories
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Sanford International establishes unique bond with community
Golf pros, health system work together to host major event and support charity
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Assisted living resident is stellar community fundraiser
82-year-old raised $70K for a pavilion project – and she’s not done
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Erin Fujimoto: Make the most of uncertainties
Tommy John apparel co-founder shares her story at Women’s Day at Sanford International
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Business community gets COVID-19 facts from Sanford Health
Chief Physician Jeremy Cauwels urges vaccinations in virtual COVID-19 roundtable
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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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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
