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A mammography provider stands behind a computer with multiple monitors, back to the camera. She is helping a patient get a mammogram at Edith Sanford Breast Center.

Five breast cancer screening options

Mammograms, breast MRIs, ultrasounds and other ways to protect your breast health
Shirlene Knudtson Smook, MD ⋅ 6 min read

Thief River Falls hosts free skin cancer screening June 8

May 27, 2022 Contact: Jessica Schindeldecker Sanford Health Senior Communications Specialist (701) 200-6080 / Jessica.Schindeldecker@SanfordHealth.org FARGO, N.D. – Sanford Health Thief River Falls Southeast Campus, 1720 Highway 59 S., will host a free skin cancer screening event for the community on Wednesday, June 8, from 8 a.m. to Noon and 1 to 4 p.m. Patients […]
Jessica Schindeldecker ⋅ 3 min read
A FIT testing machine labeled "Polymedco, Inc." sits open on a countertop with trays of test tubes next to it.

New colon cancer screening test goes to Sanford Labs

At-home kit comes with pre-paid postage, saving patients time and money
Mick Garry ⋅ 5 min read
A happy, healthy mid-40s couple hugs on a sunny beach.

Colorectal cancer screening: Check out the options

With early detection, colon cancer is 90% treatable
Jason Anschutz ⋅ 6 min read
Larissa Risty and Jacqueline Palfy having a conversation in front of podcast microphones

Ep. 7: Genetics transform breast cancer screenings

WISDOM study shares clues about history and health, says Larissa Risty
Jacqueline Palfy ⋅ 26 min read
A middle aged couple relaxing on a sofa.

Ep. 14: Colon cancer awareness and the importance of screenings

Colorectal screenings are important measures against colon cancer that start at age 45
Simon Floss ⋅ 26 min read
A Sanford employee in workout gear smiles triumphantly at the top of a set of stone stairs surrounded by leafy gardens.

Screening catches breast cancer early

Mammogram begins Sanford employee’s cancer journey from Aberdeen to Sioux Falls
Ellen Koester ⋅ 6 min read
A Sanford Health patient smiles by a tree. Hanging plants line the white fence behind her.

Breast cancer survivor urges women not to delay screening

Mammogram detected breast cancer at earliest and most treatable stage
Ashley Schwab ⋅ 6 min read
Mammography continues during the covid pandemic. Close up of pink ribbon badge on woman's chest to support breast cancer cause.

Breast cancer severity goes down with mammography screening

It's important to keep your screenings on schedule, even during pandemic
Courtney Collen ⋅ 5 min read
A couple of ranchers flank their "Fettig Ranch" sign with their dog.

Yearly checkups help find breast cancer early

Mammography, mastectomy and reconstruction get breast cancer patient back to ranching
Erin Horn ⋅ 8 min read
Mom pushes two kids on backyard swings on a sunny day.

National cancer study aims to reach Midwestern patients

Enrolling in NCI research can help scientists find better ways to prevent cancer
Simon Floss ⋅ 7 min read
Female nurse using stethoscope on back of senior patient in clinic examination room.

Lung cancer: Chances, symptoms and prevention

Should you get screened for lung cancer? Yes – if you have certain risk factors
Ellen Koester ⋅ 7 min read
Mammography technician smiles at patient with her back to you, getting ready for a mammogram breast cancer screening exam.

Mammography at Sanford: The importance of regular screening

Doctors in multiple specialties detail the benefits of early detection through routine screening
Jason Anschutz ⋅ 6 min read
Breast cancer support group women pose under a theater marquee that says "PART OF ME NOW" with show times.

Breast cancer survivor now supports others in community

Krystal Anderson mentors Sanford breast cancer patients, co-chairs support group
Jason Anschutz ⋅ 5 min read
Female doctor and patient smile together

Breast cancer: What you need to know

One in eight American women get breast cancer in their lifetime
Ellen Koester ⋅ 6 min read