For many people, blurry or distorted vision may seem like a routine change in their prescription. But for those with keratoconus, these symptoms can be signs of a progressive corneal disease that can significantly affect vision without appropriate treatment.

A new cancer screening test that has gained national attention, plus a genetic testing opportunity, will be available starting November 2.

Sanford Health welcomed more than 200 community members, patients, employees and regional leaders to a grand opening celebration last week for the new Sanford Landmark Clinic in Minot.

Governor Larry Rhoden joined more than 300 community members, healthcare leaders, and project partners on Tuesday, Oct. 20, to celebrate the groundbreaking for a new hospital and clinic for Freeman Regional Health Services (FRHS). The milestone marks a major step toward strengthening access to rural healthcare for the three counties FRHS serves.

CHI Health Good Samaritan and CHI Health St. Francis will light up in green the evening of Wednesday, Nov. 18, to spotlight the importance of safety. Held on National Injury Prevention Day, the “Shine a Green Light for Safety” initiative encourages communities to unite and proactively prevent injuries, especially among children.

As Medicare Open Enrollment began October 15 and continues through December 7, Community Hospital, including Trenton Medical Clinic and Medical Specialists Center, along with McCook Clinic, would like to remind patients that these facilities are not in-network with Medicare Advantage plans available in the area for 2027 coverage.

Sanford Health Fargo is hosting a Doc Talk discussion to educate the public on pelvic pain and abnormal bleeding.

MercyOne Air Med will celebrate the 40th anniversary of service to its patients across Iowa on Nov. 10 at 1 p.m., with events in Des Moines, Clinton and Mason City.

For two decades, the MercyOne Genesis Hospice Remembrance Tree-lighting has been a community tradition that ushers in the holiday season and honors the memories of loved ones who have passed. The event also highlights the region’s ongoing need for access to quality hospice care.

Boone County Health Center (BCHC) is pleased to announce that Amanda Gulbrandson, APRN-BC, PMHNP, has transitioned into a new role as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner within its Behavioral Health Department. Gulbrandson, who returned to BCHC in 2025 as a registered nurse in the Surgery Department, began her new duties on November 9.

Essentia Health-Fargo is excited to welcome hospitalist Dr. Abdirahman Hassan.

The UNMC College of Nursing has announced its first recipients of the Joanne and William Conway Nursing Scholarship.

Sanford Health is expanding access to primary and specialty care across the Bismarck-Mandan region with the addition of several physicians now seeing patients at Sanford Health clinics. These providers bring expertise in family medicine and internal medicine and are committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care close to home.

Columbus Community Hospital invites families to join in the holiday fun at its annual Letters to Santa event on Thursday, Dec. 3, from 4-6 p.m. Families can bring letters and take pictures with the Big Red Guy during this festive visit.

Sanford Medical Center Fargo has been recognized as having one of the top heart programs in the country.

Monument Health Gillette Clinic opened to patients on Monday, Nov. 2, at 469 WY-50, bringing a nationally recognized health system to eastern Wyoming and ensuring continued access to care for more than 21,000 patients in the region.

When you choose to support Columbus Community Hospital through the foundation, you have many options. One is to donate in memory of a friend or loved one.

Great Plains Health has signed the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ Make Hospital Food Healthier Pledge, joining hospitals across the country in committing to make nutritious food a greater part of patient care and promote healthier choices for patients, staff and the communities they serve.

Dr. Amy Hammers, an OB/GYN hospitalist, is excited to join Essentia Health-Fargo.

Patients in the region soon will have expanded access to advanced cancer imaging close to home. When the Mead Family Cancer Center opens Nov. 9, patients will be able to receive positron emission tomography/computed tomography (PET/CT) in-house at Columbus Community Hospital.

Jordan McIntyre, DC, chiropractor, has joined Sanford Health Grand Forks.

Dr. McIntyre works with his patients to improve function, decrease pain and regain an active lifestyle. He evaluates and treats patients with musculoskeletal conditions affecting the neck, back and extremities including shoulders, hips, elbows, wrists, knees and ankles. Dr. McIntyre uses a variety of chiropractic and soft-tissue therapies, including:

Sanford Bismarck is proud to announce the certification of its cardiac rehabilitation program by the American Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation (AACVPR). This certification is recognition of Sanford Bismarck’s commitment to improving the quality of life of patients by enhancing standards of care.

Essentia Health-Fargo is excited to welcome Nathan Young, a certified physician assistant in emergency medicine.

Honor a special loved one this holiday season with a personalized Christmas ornament for CHI Health’s annual Tree of Love. Sponsored by the Foundations at CHI Health Good Samaritan and CHI Health St. Francis, the tradition is a meaningful way to remember those who have touched our lives while supporting the hospital’s healing mission.

Registration is open for community members to attend “A Conversation with Dr. Kemi Doll: Fireside Chat & Book Signing” on Friday, Nov. 20, at the Scott Conference Center in Omaha.

CHI Health Clinic Neurology/Neurosurgery (Good Samaritan) welcomes board-certified neurosurgeon Shawn Belverud, DO to its medical staff.

Sanford Health Thief River Falls was named to Becker’s Hospital Review’s 2026 337 Quietest Hospitals List.

The Lakes Regional Healthcare (LRH) Auxiliary is once again inviting the community to honor or remember someone special through its annual Tree of Love ornament sale. Hand-painted, heart-shaped wooden ornaments are available now for $5 each, with proceeds funding scholarships for area students pursuing careers in healthcare.

Holiday shoppers can find great deals while supporting future healthcare professionals at the annual Holiday Sidewalk Sale, hosted by the Lakes Regional Healthcare (LRH) Volunteers and the LRH Gift Shop. The sale will be held on Friday, November 6, from 9:30 am to 3:00 pm inside the hospital’s east entrance.