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Sanford Fargo hosts Boo to the Flu

Oct. 9, 2025

Contact:
Nathan Aamodt
Sanford Health Media Relations
(701) 200-6080/nathan.aamodt@sanfordhealth.org

FARGO, N.D. – Keep your children protected this season by saying, “Boo the Flu.” Sanford Children’s invites parents and their children to attend Boo to the Flu at Sanford Amber Valley Campus, 4837 23rd Ave. S., from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 25. Use door 4837 on the west side of campus.

The event aims to create a fun and positive experience for kids in the community ahead of the flu and spooky season. Children, ages 6 months to 18-years-old, are encouraged to wear their favorite costumes.

Appointments are encouraged, but walk-ins are welcome. Parents can call 701-234-8830 to schedule an appointment. In addition, several Sanford clinic locations will be hosting individual flu vaccine events. Find an event near you at sanfordhealth.org.

For more information, visit sanfordhealth.org, keywords: Boo to the Flu.

About Sanford Health
Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America’s heartland. Headquartered in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, the organization has 53,000 employees and serves over 2 million patients and nearly 425,000 health plan members across the upper Midwest including South Dakota, North Dakota, Minnesota, Wyoming, Iowa, Wisconsin and the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. The integrated nonprofit health system includes a network of 56 hospitals, 288 clinic locations, 147 senior care communities, 4,000 physicians and advanced practice providers and nearly 1,500 active clinical trials and studies. The organization’s transformational virtual care initiative brings patients closer to care with access to 78 specialties. Learn more about Sanford Health’s commitment to shaping the future of rural health care across the lifespan at sanfordhealth.org or Sanford Health News.

Children’s GALA raises nearly $1.5 million for pediatric ED

Contact:
Jon Berg
Sanford Health Media Relations
605-366-2432 / Jon.Berg@SanfordHealth.org

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. — Nearly $1.5 million was raised earlier this month at the 2025 Children’s Gala. The money raised goes towards South Dakota’s first and only dedicated pediatric emergency department being built adjacent to the Sanford Emergency Department on the campus of the Sanford USD Medical Center in Sioux Falls.

The David H. & Christine Billion Pediatric Emergency Department will feature many amenities geared towards children, including lifesaving pediatric equipment such as a dedicated pediatric CT scanner, faster access to important pediatric support services, space and technology to help caregivers collaborate more effectively across specialty areas and several kid-friendly features and space filled with vibrant colors and playful murals.

“The Billion’s momentous gift last year helped us launch the pediatric emergency project, a project that will be a game-changer as we look ahead to the future of pediatric emergency care,” said Erin Sanderson, vice president of the Sanford Health Foundation. “Their gift, in addition to the funds raised at the Children’s Gala, will expedite this exciting project and get us much closer to our fundraising goal to ensure this project meets its promise of transforming pediatric health care in our region.”

The David H. & Christine Billion Pediatric Emergency Department will open in 2026 and be home to the state’s only four fellowship trained pediatric emergency specialists, the region’s only pediatric ECMO life support program and the region’s only accredited Level II pediatric trauma center.

“Pediatric emergency medicine isn’t just about medicine,” said Mason Ruthford, M.D., pediatric emergency medicine physician at Sanford Health. “It’s about being present, being human and helping families find light in the darkest moments. That, to me, is the heart of this work.”

The pediatric emergency medicine team includes, Drs. Mason Ruthford, Lilly Yu, Donald Ellis and Megan Sampson.

To learn more about the project or to make a donation, visit Sanfordhealthfoundation.org and click ‘donate.’

About Sanford Health
Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America’s heartland. Headquartered in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, the organization has 53,000 employees and serves over 2 million patients and nearly 425,000 health plan members across the upper Midwest including South Dakota, North Dakota, Minnesota, Wyoming, Iowa, Wisconsin and the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. The integrated nonprofit health system includes a network of 56 hospitals, 288 clinic locations, 147 senior care communities, 4,000 physicians and advanced practice providers and nearly 1,500 active clinical trials and studies. The organization’s transformational virtual care initiative brings patients closer to care with access to 78 specialties. Learn more about Sanford Health’s commitment to shaping the future of rural health care across the lifespan at sanfordhealth.org or Sanford Health News.

Sanford Valley City hosts Boo to the Flu

Oct.7, 2025

Contact:
Nathan Aamodt
Sanford Health Media Relations
(701) 200-6080/nathan.aamodt@sanfordhealth.org

VALLEY CITY, N.D. – Keep your children protected this season by saying, “Boo the Flu.” Sanford Children’s invites parents and their children to attend Boo to the Flu at Sanford Valley City Clinic, 520 Chautauqua Blvd., on Friday, Oct. 17, from 3 to 6 p.m.

The event aims to create a fun and positive experience for kids in the community ahead of the flu and spooky season. Children, ages 6 months to 18-years-old, are encouraged to wear their favorite costumes.

Appointments are encouraged, but walk-ins are welcome. Parents can call 701-845-6000 to schedule an appointment. In addition, several Sanford clinic locations will be hosting individual flu vaccine events. Find an event near you at sanfordhealth.org.

For more information, visit sanfordhealth.org, keywords: Boo to the Flu.

About Sanford Health
Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America’s heartland. Headquartered in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, the organization has 53,000 employees and serves over 2 million patients and nearly 425,000 health plan members across the upper Midwest including South Dakota, North Dakota, Minnesota, Wyoming, Iowa, Wisconsin and the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. The integrated nonprofit health system includes a network of 56 hospitals, 288 clinic locations, 147 senior care communities, 4,000 physicians and advanced practice providers and nearly 1,500 active clinical trials and studies. The organization’s transformational virtual care initiative brings patients closer to care with access to 78 specialties. Learn more about Sanford Health’s commitment to shaping the future of rural health care across the lifespan at sanfordhealth.org or Sanford Health News.

Sanford Hillsboro hosting flu vaccination events

Oct. 7, 2025

Contact:
Nathan Aamodt
Sanford Health Media Relations
(701) 200-6080/nathan.aamodt@sanfordhealth.org

HILLSBORO, N.D. – Sanford Health Hillsboro, 315 E. Caledonia Ave., is now offering the flu vaccination to patients 6 months and older.

Sanford Hillsboro Clinic is hosting flu vaccine events on the following dates:

• Tuesday, Oct. 21, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
• Thursday, Oct. 30, from 2 to 5 p.m.

Appointments are encouraged, but walk-ins are welcome. Please visit mysanfordchart.org to schedule your vaccine or call 701-636-5311 to make an appointment.

Adults should wear a shirt with sleeves that can easily be rolled up and bring an insurance card as most insurances are accepted.

A flu vaccine can protect the public from getting sick and protect the people around them. The CDC recommends annual flu vaccines for everyone 6 months and older, especially those at higher risk of complications including pregnant women, older adults and young children.

Visit Sanfordhealth.org to learn more about the safety and effectiveness of vaccines and get answers to commonly asked questions.

About Sanford Health
Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America’s heartland. Headquartered in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, the organization has 53,000 employees and serves over 2 million patients and nearly 425,000 health plan members across the upper Midwest including South Dakota, North Dakota, Minnesota, Wyoming, Iowa, Wisconsin and the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. The integrated nonprofit health system includes a network of 56 hospitals, 288 clinic locations, 147 senior care communities, 4,000 physicians and advanced practice providers and nearly 1,500 active clinical trials and studies. The organization’s transformational virtual care initiative brings patients closer to care with access to 78 specialties. Learn more about Sanford Health’s commitment to shaping the future of rural health care across the lifespan at sanfordhealth.org or Sanford Health News.

Sanford Jamestown hosting flu vaccination events

Oct. 6, 2025

Contact:
Nathan Aamodt
Sanford Health Media Relations
(701) 200-6080/nathan.aamodt@sanfordhealth.org

JAMESTOWN, N.D. – Sanford Health Jamestown, 300 2nd Ave NE, is now offering the flu vaccination to patients 6 months and older.

Sanford Jamestown 2nd Ave Clinic is hosting flu vaccine events on the following dates:

• Thursday, Oct. 16, from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
• Friday, Oct. 17, from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Appointments are encouraged, but walk-ins are welcome. Please visit mysanfordchart.org to schedule your vaccine or call 701-251-6000 to make an appointment.

Adults should wear a shirt with sleeves that can easily be rolled up and bring an insurance card as most insurances are accepted.

A flu vaccine can protect the public from getting sick and protect the people around them. The CDC recommends annual flu vaccines for everyone 6 months and older, especially those at higher risk of complications including pregnant women, older adults and young children.

Visit Sanfordhealth.org to learn more about the safety and effectiveness of vaccines and get answers to commonly asked questions.

About Sanford Health
Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America’s heartland. Headquartered in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, the organization has 53,000 employees and serves over 2 million patients and nearly 425,000 health plan members across the upper Midwest including South Dakota, North Dakota, Minnesota, Wyoming, Iowa, Wisconsin and the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. The integrated nonprofit health system includes a network of 56 hospitals, 288 clinic locations, 147 senior care communities, 4,000 physicians and advanced practice providers and nearly 1,500 active clinical trials and studies. The organization’s transformational virtual care initiative brings patients closer to care with access to 78 specialties. Learn more about Sanford Health’s commitment to shaping the future of rural health care across the lifespan at sanfordhealth.org or Sanford Health News.

Sanford Hawley hosting flu vaccination events

Oct. 3, 2025

Contact:
Nathan Aamodt
Sanford Health Media Relations
(701) 200-6080/nathan.aamodt@sanfordhealth.org

HAWLEY, Minn. – Sanford Health Hawley, 1412 Main St., is now offering the flu vaccination to patients 6 months and older.

Sanford Hawley Clinic is hosting flu vaccine events on the following dates:

• Wednesday, Oct. 15, from 8:15 a.m. to 4:15 p.m.
• Thursday, Nov. 6, from 8:15 a.m. to 4:15 p.m.

Appointments are encouraged, but walk-ins are welcome. Please visit mysanfordchart.org to schedule your vaccine or call 218-483-3564 to make an appointment.

Adults should wear a shirt with sleeves that can easily be rolled up and bring an insurance card as most insurances are accepted.

A flu vaccine can protect the public from getting sick and protect the people around them. The CDC recommends annual flu vaccines for everyone 6 months and older, especially those at higher risk of complications including pregnant women, older adults and young children.

Visit Sanfordhealth.org to learn more about the safety and effectiveness of vaccines and get answers to commonly asked questions.

About Sanford Health
Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America’s heartland. Headquartered in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, the organization has 53,000 employees and serves over 2 million patients and nearly 425,000 health plan members across the upper Midwest including South Dakota, North Dakota, Minnesota, Wyoming, Iowa, Wisconsin and the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. The integrated nonprofit health system includes a network of 56 hospitals, 288 clinic locations, 147 senior care communities, 4,000 physicians and advanced practice providers and nearly 1,500 active clinical trials and studies. The organization’s transformational virtual care initiative brings patients closer to care with access to 78 specialties. Learn more about Sanford Health’s commitment to shaping the future of rural health care across the lifespan at sanfordhealth.org or Sanford Health News.

Sanford Edgeley hosting flu vaccination event

Oct. 3, 2025

Contact:
Nathan Aamodt
Sanford Health Media Relations
(701) 200-6080/nathan.aamodt@sanfordhealth.org

EDGELEY, N.D. – Sanford Health Edgeley, 503 Main St., is now offering the flu vaccination to patients 6 months and older.

Sanford Edgeley Clinic will host a flu vaccine event on Wednesday, Oct. 15, from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Appointments are encouraged, but walk-ins are welcome. Please visit mysanfordchart.org to schedule your vaccine or call 701-493-2245 to make an appointment.

Adults should wear a shirt with sleeves that can easily be rolled up and bring an insurance card as most insurances are accepted.

A flu vaccine can protect the public from getting sick and protect the people around them. The CDC recommends annual flu vaccines for everyone 6 months and older, especially those at higher risk of complications including pregnant women, older adults and young children.

Visit Sanfordhealth.org to learn more about the safety and effectiveness of vaccines and get answers to commonly asked questions.

About Sanford Health
Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America’s heartland. Headquartered in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, the organization has 53,000 employees and serves over 2 million patients and nearly 425,000 health plan members across the upper Midwest including South Dakota, North Dakota, Minnesota, Wyoming, Iowa, Wisconsin and the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. The integrated nonprofit health system includes a network of 56 hospitals, 288 clinic locations, 147 senior care communities, 4,000 physicians and advanced practice providers and nearly 1,500 active clinical trials and studies. The organization’s transformational virtual care initiative brings patients closer to care with access to 78 specialties. Learn more about Sanford Health’s commitment to shaping the future of rural health care across the lifespan at sanfordhealth.org or Sanford Health News.

Join Sanford for a “Boo to the Flu” event on Oct. 30

October 2, 2025

Contact:
Chelsey Kralicek
Sanford Health Media Relations
701-516-4903 / Chelsey.Kralicek@SanfordHealth.org

DICKINSON, N.D. – Keep your children protected this season by saying, “Boo to the flu.” Sanford Children’s invites parents and their children to attend Boo to the Flu at Sanford Health West Dickinson Clinic, second floor, from 4 – 8 p.m. CST on Thursday, Oct. 30.

Children ages 6 months to 18 years old are welcome to wear their Halloween costumes as they get their flu vaccinations and go trick-or-treating at the event.

Appointments are requested, but walk-ins are welcome. To schedule an appointment for Boo to the Flu, call 701-456-6004.

For more information, visit sanfordhealth.org keywords: Boo to the Flu.

The Sanford Bismarck region provides health care to central and western North Dakota, eastern Montana and northern South Dakota. It includes 26 clinics in Bismarck, Mandan, Minot, Dickinson, Williston and Watford City, as well as a Level II trauma center located in Bismarck.

About Sanford Health
Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America’s heartland. Headquartered in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, the organization has 53,000 employees and serves over 2 million patients and nearly 425,000 health plan members across the upper Midwest including South Dakota, North Dakota, Minnesota, Wyoming, Iowa, Wisconsin and the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. The integrated nonprofit health system includes a network of 56 hospitals, 288 clinic locations, 147 senior care communities, 4,000 physicians and advanced practice providers and nearly 1,500 active clinical trials and studies. The organization’s transformational virtual care initiative brings patients closer to care with access to 78 specialties. Learn more about Sanford Health’s commitment to shaping the future of rural health care across the lifespan at sanfordhealth.org or Sanford Health News.

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Join Sanford for a “Boo to the Flu” event on Oct. 25

October 2, 2025

Contact:
Chelsey Kralicek
Sanford Health Media Relations
701-516-4903 / Chelsey.Kralicek@SanfordHealth.org

BISMARCK, N.D. – Keep your children protected this season by saying, “Boo to the flu.” Sanford Children’s invites parents and their children to attend Boo to the Flu at Sanford Health Children’s Campus, Building A, from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. CST on Saturday, Oct. 25.

Children ages 6 months to 18 years old are welcome to wear their Halloween costumes as they get their flu vaccinations and go trick-or-treating at the event.

Appointments are requested, but walk-ins are welcome. To schedule an appointment for Boo to the Flu, call 701-323-5437 or use MySanfordChart.

For more information, visit sanfordhealth.org keywords: Boo to the Flu.

The Sanford Bismarck region provides health care to central and western North Dakota, eastern Montana and northern South Dakota. It includes 26 clinics in Bismarck, Mandan, Minot, Dickinson, Williston and Watford City, as well as a Level II trauma center located in Bismarck.

About Sanford Health
Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America’s heartland. Headquartered in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, the organization has 53,000 employees and serves over 2 million patients and nearly 425,000 health plan members across the upper Midwest including South Dakota, North Dakota, Minnesota, Wyoming, Iowa, Wisconsin and the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. The integrated nonprofit health system includes a network of 56 hospitals, 288 clinic locations, 147 senior care communities, 4,000 physicians and advanced practice providers and nearly 1,500 active clinical trials and studies. The organization’s transformational virtual care initiative brings patients closer to care with access to 78 specialties. Learn more about Sanford Health’s commitment to shaping the future of rural health care across the lifespan at sanfordhealth.org or Sanford Health News.

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Sanford Health Equip relocating store in Bismarck

September 30, 2025

Contact:
Chelsey Kralicek
Sanford Health Media Relations
701-516-4903 / Chelsey.Kralicek@SanfordHealth.org

BISMARCK, N.D. –  Sanford Health Equip in Bismarck, N.D. will be moving to a new store location in 2026. Construction is set to begin before the end of the year and the new store is expected to open in spring of 2026.

Located at 2700 State Street, which is located in the Gateway Mall, formerly Joann Fabric, the new store will provide patients and customers with an enhanced experience, featuring a modern design, expanded consultation rooms and a variety of services conveniently offered under one roof. Sanford Health Equip will make it easier for providers and patients to access necessary medical equipment and supplies. The new location will offer expertise from Sanford Health Equip employees and a tailored service that focuses on each patient’s overall health needs.

Sanford Health Equip offers customized home health accessories and durable medical equipment to help improve quality of life. Some of the products offered include:

• Bathroom safety products
• Compression garments
• CPAP products and supplies
• Daily living aides
• Home respiratory and oxygen products
• Incontinence products
• Lift chair recliners
• Nutritional supplies
• Orthoticsand prosthetics
• Power scooters
• Skin and wound care supplies
• Wheelchair mobility products
• Women’s specialty products

While the new store is under construction, Sanford Health Equip will continue to operate at the current location with the same services and products. The current store is located at 626 N. Sixth Street, Bismarck.

For more information about Sanford Health Equip, visit sanfordhealthequip.com.

About Sanford Health Equip

Sanford Health Equip offers a wide range of home healthcare accessories and durable medical equipment to improve an individual’s quality of life. Our dedicated team of certified professionals deliver affordable, effective, healthcare solutions customized to every patient across the upper Midwest. Located in four states with 30 locations, we help you find products to live freely and independently. We offer products like CPAP equipment, daily living aids, orthotic and prosthetics, mastectomy products, mobility aids and much more. Learn more about locations, products, and services offered at Sanford Health Equip by visiting sanfordhealthequip.com.

About Sanford Health
Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America’s heartland. Headquartered in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, the organization has 53,000 employees and serves over 2 million patients and nearly 425,000 health plan members across the upper Midwest including South Dakota, North Dakota, Minnesota, Wyoming, Iowa, Wisconsin and the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. The integrated nonprofit health system includes a network of 56 hospitals, 288 clinic locations, 147 senior care communities, 4,000 physicians and advanced practice providers and nearly 1,500 active clinical trials and studies. The organization’s transformational virtual care initiative brings patients closer to care with access to 78 specialties. Learn more about Sanford Health’s commitment to shaping the future of rural health care across the lifespan at sanfordhealth.org or Sanford Health News.

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Sanford East Grand Forks hosts Boo to the Flu

Sept. 30, 2025

Contact:
Nathan Aamodt
Sanford Health Media Relations
(701) 200-6080/nathan.aamodt@sanfordhealth.org

EAST GRAND FORKS, Minn. – Keep your children protected this season by saying, “Boo the Flu.” Sanford Children’s invites parents and their children to attend Boo to the Flu at Sanford East Grand Forks Clinic, 929 Central Ave. NW., on Friday, Oct. 10, from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

The event aims to create a fun and positive experience for kids in the community ahead of the flu and spooky season. Children, ages 6 months to 18 years old, are encouraged to wear their favorite costumes.

Appointments are encouraged, but walk-ins are welcome. Parents can call 701-757-8700 to schedule an appointment. In addition, several Sanford clinic locations will be hosting individual flu vaccine events. Find an event near you at sanfordhealth.org.

For more information, visit sanfordhealth.org, keywords: Boo to the Flu.

About Sanford Health
Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America’s heartland. Headquartered in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, the organization has 53,000 employees and serves over 2 million patients and nearly 425,000 health plan members across the upper Midwest including South Dakota, North Dakota, Minnesota, Wyoming, Iowa, Wisconsin and the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. The integrated nonprofit health system includes a network of 56 hospitals, 288 clinic locations, 147 senior care communities, 4,000 physicians and advanced practice providers and nearly 1,500 active clinical trials and studies. The organization’s transformational virtual care initiative brings patients closer to care with access to 78 specialties. Learn more about Sanford Health’s commitment to shaping the future of rural health care across the lifespan at sanfordhealth.org or Sanford Health News.

Sanford hosting fall vaccine events in Bismarck/Mandan

September 29, 2025

Contact:
Chelsey Kralicek
Sanford Health Media Relations
701-516-4903 / Chelsey.Kralicek@SanfordHealth.org

BISMARCK, N.D. – Sanford Bismarck is offering flu and other seasonal vaccinations as available to patients six months and older throughout the month of October. Appointments are required.

Vaccination events will be held on the following dates:

• Oct. 2 from 1-4 p.m.
• Oct. 9 from 1-4 p.m.
• Oct. 16 from 1-4 p.m.
• Oct. 23 from 1-4 p.m.

Vaccination events will be held at all the following locations:

• Sanford East Interstate Ave Clinic, 1800 E. Interstate Ave., Bismarck
  • Appointments: 701-323-6400
• Sanford Sout​h Clinic, 1040 Tacoma Ave., Bismarck
  • Appointments: 701-323-6990
• Sanford Southridge Clinic, 565 S. Seventh St., Bismarck
  • Appointments: 701-323-5550
• Sanford State Street Clinic, 3318 N. 14th St., Bismarck
  • Appointments: 701-323-8870
• Sanfor​d North Mandan Clinic, 910 18th St. NW., Mandan​
  • Appointments: 701-667-5100
• Sanford East M​andan Clinic​, 102 Mandan Ave., Mandan
  • Appointments: 701-667-5000

A special flu vaccination event for children, Boo to the Flu, will be held at the Sanford Children’s Campus, building A, located at 765 W. Interstate Ave., Bismarck, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 25. Appointments are required for this event. Please visit sanfordhealth.org.

Please call or visit sanfordhealth.org/bismarck-vaccines to learn more and schedule your visit.

Who should receive a flu vaccine?

• Adults and children ages six months and older should receive an annual flu vaccination, especially children, pregnant women and people 65 and older.

Those receiving a flu vaccine should wear a shirt with sleeves that can easily be rolled up and bring an insurance card as most insurances are accepted.

Now is the perfect time to get your seasonal vaccinations to safely boost your body’s ability to keep you healthy. Regular vaccinations protect you- and those around you – from getting sick.  Every dose makes a difference.

Visit sanfordhealth.org to learn more about the safety and effectiveness of vaccines and get answers to commonly asked questions.

The Sanford Bismarck region provides health care to central and western North Dakota, eastern Montana and northern South Dakota. It includes 26 clinics in Bismarck, Mandan, Minot, Dickinson, Williston and Watford City, as well as a Level II trauma center located in Bismarck.

About Sanford Health
Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America’s heartland. Headquartered in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, the organization has 53,000 employees and serves over 2 million patients and nearly 425,000 health plan members across the upper Midwest including South Dakota, North Dakota, Minnesota, Wyoming, Iowa, Wisconsin and the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. The integrated nonprofit health system includes a network of 56 hospitals, 288 clinic locations, 147 senior care communities, 4,000 physicians and advanced practice providers and nearly 1,500 active clinical trials and studies. The organization’s transformational virtual care initiative brings patients closer to care with access to 78 specialties. Learn more about Sanford Health’s commitment to shaping the future of rural health care across the lifespan at sanfordhealth.org or Sanford Health News.

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Sanford Health hosting fall vaccine events in Dickinson

September 29, 2025

Contact:
Chelsey Kralicek
Sanford Health Media Relations
701-516-4903 / Chelsey.Kralicek@SanfordHealth.org

DICKINSON, N.D. – Sanford Health in Dickinson is offering flu and other seasonal vaccinations as available to patients six months and older throughout the month of October. The events will be held at the Sanford West Dickinson Clinic, located at 2615 Fairway St., in the Community Room. Appointments are encouraged.

Vaccination events will be held on the following dates:

• Oct. 8 from 8 a.m.-4 p.m.
• Oct. 15 from 2-7 p.m.
• Oct. 22 from 8 a.m.-4 p.m.
• Oct. 29 from 2-7 p.m.

Please call 701-456-6001 or visit sanfordhealth.org to learn more and schedule your visit.

A special flu vaccination event for children, Boo to the Flu, will be held at the Sanford West Dickinson Clinic, pediatrics, from 4-8 p.m. on Oct. 30. Appointments are required for this event. Please call 701-456-6004 or visit sanfordhealth.org.

Who should receive which immunization?

• Flu: Adults and children ages six months and older should receive an annual flu vaccination, especially children, pregnant women and people 65 and older.
• RSV: Adults 75 and older are eligible for the RSV vaccination, as well as adults 50+ with certain risk factors. A single dose is also recommended for pregnant women between 32-36 weeks of pregnancy during September through January to protect babies from severe RSV.

These receiving an immunization at one of these events should wear a shirt with sleeves that can easily be rolled up and bring an insurance card as most insurance is accepted.

Now is the perfect time to get your seasonal vaccinations to safely boost your body’s ability to keep you healthy. Regular vaccinations protect you- and those around you – from getting sick.  Every dose makes a difference.

Visit sanfordhealth.org to learn more about the safety and effectiveness of vaccines and get answers to commonly asked questions.

The Sanford Bismarck region provides health care to central and western North Dakota, eastern Montana and northern South Dakota. It includes 26 clinics in Bismarck, Mandan, Minot, Dickinson, Williston and Watford City, as well as a Level II trauma center located in Bismarck.

About Sanford Health
Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America’s heartland. Headquartered in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, the organization has 53,000 employees and serves over 2 million patients and nearly 425,000 health plan members across the upper Midwest including South Dakota, North Dakota, Minnesota, Wyoming, Iowa, Wisconsin and the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. The integrated nonprofit health system includes a network of 56 hospitals, 288 clinic locations, 147 senior care communities, 4,000 physicians and advanced practice providers and nearly 1,500 active clinical trials and studies. The organization’s transformational virtual care initiative brings patients closer to care with access to 78 specialties. Learn more about Sanford Health’s commitment to shaping the future of rural health care across the lifespan at sanfordhealth.org or Sanford Health News.

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Sanford Health hosting fall vaccine events in Watford City

September 29, 2025

Contact:
Chelsey Kralicek
Sanford Health Media Relations
701-516-4903 / Chelsey.Kralicek@SanfordHealth.org

WATFORD CITY, N.D. – Sanford Health in Watford City is offering flu and other seasonal vaccinations as available to patients six months and older throughout the month of October. The events will be held at the Sanford Watford City Clinic, located at 709 Fourth Ave. NE, Suite 1. Appointments are encouraged.

Vaccination events will be held on the following dates:

• Oct. 13 from 1-4:30 p.m.
• Oct. 20 from 1-4:30 p.m.
• Oct. 27 from 1-4:30 p.m.

Please call 701-842-3740 or visit sanfordhealth.org to learn more and schedule your visit.

Who should receive which immunization?

• Flu: Adults and children ages six months and older should receive an annual flu vaccination, especially children, pregnant women and people 65 and older.
• RSV: Adults 75 and older are eligible for the RSV vaccination, as well as adults 50+ with certain risk factors. A single dose is also recommended for pregnant women between 32-36 weeks of pregnancy during September through January to protect babies from severe RSV.

Those receiving a vaccine should wear a shirt with sleeves that can easily be rolled up and bring an insurance card as most insurance is accepted.

Now is the perfect time to get your seasonal vaccinations to safely boost your body’s ability to keep you healthy. Regular vaccinations protect you- and those around you – from getting sick.  Every dose makes a difference.

Visit sanfordhealth.org to learn more about the safety and effectiveness of vaccines and get answers to commonly asked questions.

The Sanford Bismarck region provides health care to central and western North Dakota, eastern Montana and northern South Dakota. It includes 26 clinics in Bismarck, Mandan, Minot, Dickinson, Williston and Watford City, as well as a Level II trauma center located in Bismarck.

About Sanford Health
Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America’s heartland. Headquartered in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, the organization has 53,000 employees and serves over 2 million patients and nearly 425,000 health plan members across the upper Midwest including South Dakota, North Dakota, Minnesota, Wyoming, Iowa, Wisconsin and the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. The integrated nonprofit health system includes a network of 56 hospitals, 288 clinic locations, 147 senior care communities, 4,000 physicians and advanced practice providers and nearly 1,500 active clinical trials and studies. The organization’s transformational virtual care initiative brings patients closer to care with access to 78 specialties. Learn more about Sanford Health’s commitment to shaping the future of rural health care across the lifespan at sanfordhealth.org or Sanford Health News.

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Sanford Health hosting fall vaccine event in Williston

September 29, 2025

Contact:
Chelsey Kralicek
Sanford Health Media Relations
701-516-4903 / Chelsey.Kralicek@SanfordHealth.org

WILLISTON, N.D. – Sanford Health in Williston is offering flu and other seasonal vaccinations as available to patients six months and older on Oct. 6, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. The event will be held at the Sanford 11th & Gate Clinic, located at 1700 11th St. W. Appointments are encouraged.

Please call 701-713-8220 or visit sanfordhealth.org to learn more and schedule your visit.

Who should receive which immunization?

• Flu: Adults and children ages six months and older should receive an annual flu vaccination, especially children, pregnant women and people 65 and older.
• RSV: Adults 75 and older are eligible for the RSV vaccination, as well as adults 50+ with certain risk factors. A single dose is also recommended for pregnant women between 32-36 weeks of pregnancy during September through January to protect babies from severe RSV.

Those receiving an immunization should wear a shirt with sleeves that can easily be rolled up and bring an insurance card as most insurance is accepted.

Now is the perfect time to get your seasonal vaccinations to safely boost your body’s ability to keep you healthy. Regular vaccinations protect you- and those around you – from getting sick.  Every dose makes a difference.

Visit sanfordhealth.org to learn more about the safety and effectiveness of vaccines and get answers to commonly asked questions.

The Sanford Bismarck region provides health care to central and western North Dakota, eastern Montana and northern South Dakota. It includes 26 clinics in Bismarck, Mandan, Minot, Dickinson, Williston and Watford City, as well as a Level II trauma center located in Bismarck.

About Sanford Health
Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America’s heartland. Headquartered in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, the organization has 53,000 employees and serves over 2 million patients and nearly 425,000 health plan members across the upper Midwest including South Dakota, North Dakota, Minnesota, Wyoming, Iowa, Wisconsin and the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. The integrated nonprofit health system includes a network of 56 hospitals, 288 clinic locations, 147 senior care communities, 4,000 physicians and advanced practice providers and nearly 1,500 active clinical trials and studies. The organization’s transformational virtual care initiative brings patients closer to care with access to 78 specialties. Learn more about Sanford Health’s commitment to shaping the future of rural health care across the lifespan at sanfordhealth.org or Sanford Health News.

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