Preventing Tickborne Diseases
With the first ticks of the year already being spotted in the state, North Dakota Health and Human Services (HHS) is asking North Dakotans to be aware of ticks and the diseases they carry including Lyme disease, anaplasmosis and Rocky Mountain spotted fever.
Monument Health Elevates Hospital Quality Ratings
Monument Health proudly announces substantial advancements in both the Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade and CMS Hospital Quality Star Rating, reaffirming its unwavering dedication to delivering exceptional health care.
Three To Be Honored At UNMC Omaha Commencement Ceremony May 4
The University of Nebraska Medical Center will honor three individuals with special awards at its May 4 Omaha commencement at 9 a.m. at Baxter Arena.
Sanford Fargo Dermatology To Host Free Skin Cancer Screening May 6
Sanford Health Fargo Dermatology, 4656 40th Ave. S., will host a free skin screening event for individuals who have not had a skin screening in the past two years on Monday, May 6, from 12:30 to 6:30 p.m.
CHI Health Camp Helps Students Explore Careers-Application Deadline May 24
CHI Health is accepting online applications until May 24 for their annual Health Care Career Camp.
BIO Girls Offers Financial Assistance To Ensure All Families Access To Preventative Mental Wellness Programming
May is Mental Health Awareness Month. And for adolescent girls, mental health and self-esteem go hand in hand.
From Pregnancy To Parenthood: Managing Cardiovascular Risks For New Moms
Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of maternal death in the U.S., or more simply put, heart disease is the No. 1 killer of new moms.
Innovating Wound Care: Harnessing The Healing Power Of Fish Skin At Gothenburg Health
In the realm of wound care, where innovation meets necessity, Gothenburg Health's Wound Care Clinic is utilizing the remarkable potential of North Atlantic Cod skin to improve patient wound care practices.
Essentia Health Hosting Joint-Replacement Seminar In Fargo
Essentia Health on Tuesday, May 7, will host a seminar in Fargo highlighting available surgical options for joint replacement, including information on the state-of-the-art ROSA (robotic surgical assistant) Knee System.
CHI Health Host FREE Stop The Bleed Training-May 8
The number one cause of preventable death after injury is blood loss.
Brooking Health System Recognizes Impact Of Environmental Services Team For Infection Prevention
Brookings Health System (BHS) recognizes the value and positive impact of the environmental service (EVS) employees for reducing the risk of infection.
MercyOne Western Iowa’s Chief Medical Officer Elected To The Iowa Medical Society Board Of Directors
Keith Vollstedt, MD, MercyOne Western Iowa chief medical officer, has been elected to the Iowa Medical Society (IMS) Board of Directors.
Columbus Community Hospital Foundation Announces Memorials
When you choose to support Columbus Community Hospital through the foundation, you have many options.
Five Students To Sign With Project SEARCH
Five area high school students will sign their letters of intent for the Project SEARCH program at Mary Lanning Healthcare this week.
Sanford Health Hosts Free Presentation On Foot And Ankle Pain
Foot and ankle pain can be debilitating, but relief is within reach. Join podiatrist Kevin Koester, DPM, on Thursday, May 16, for an informative presentation tackling common foot and ankle ailments.
Ty Eschenbaum Foundation Makes $100,000 Donation To Make-A-Wish® South Dakota & Montana On World Wish Day
On Monday, April 29, 2024, Ty Eschenbaum made a $100,000 donation to Make-A-Wish® South Dakota & Montana on behalf of his non-profit, the Ty Eschenbaum Foundation (TEF).
Eichfeld Receives Award For Most Inspiring
Yankton Medical Clinic, P.C. Physician Amy Eichfeld, MD, FACOG, was recently presented the prestigious Anton Hyden Award from the Sanford School of Medicine.
Training Series To Inform Medical Providers In Providing Quality Care To Sexual Assault Victims
Medical care providers and other professionals who provide care and support to sexual assault victims will have access to a free training series in 2024 through a partnership between the Center for the Prevention of Child Maltreatment and Avera Health’s eSANE Project.
University of Nebraska Medical Center (UNMC) Chancellor Dr. Jeffrey Gold To Receive Inaugural “Heartland Hero Award” From Rural Media Group
Dr. Jeffrey P. Gold, chancellor of the University of Nebraska Medical Center, has been selected as the recipient of the inaugural “Heartland Hero Award” from Rural Media Group.
Washington County Hospital And Clinics Named Top 20 Critical Access Hospital By NRHA
Washington County Hospital and Clinics (WCHC) is pleased to announce its recognition as one of the Top 20 Critical Access Hospitals in the United States by the National Rural Health Association (NRHA).