Explore LifeCircle: Click, Learn, Connect
Earlier this year, SDAHO launched an updated and expanded LifeCircle website, making it easier than ever to find resources, education, and opportunities to stay engaged.
Public Health Education Comes to Life for Teens Through Mobile Game “Zoodemic”
The University of Nebraska Medical Center (UNMC) and the University of Nebraska at Omaha (UNO) have launched “Zoodemic,” a free mobile app that transforms public health education into a fast-paced, interactive game for middle and high school students.
EmpowerHER Program to Provide Education, Connection, and Screenings
The Essentia Health Mid Dakota Women’s Center-Bismarck will host EmpowerHER – an evening of women’s health and connection – from 6:30-8:30 p.m. on Monday, Jan. 19.
Diabetes Support Group Launches in Williston on Jan. 1
A new diabetes support group will begin meeting on Thursday, Jan. 1, offering education, resources and community for individuals living with diabetes. The group aims to provide practical tips and emotional support to help participants manage their condition effectively.
USD School of Health Sciences Success Spotlight: Catherine Bilyeu, PT, DPT, PhD
For Catherine Bilyeu, the USD School of Health Sciences made the path from practicing physical therapist in Canada to academic leader in Colorado considerably smoother than it might otherwise have been.
Top 10 Reasons to Join SDAHO’s 2025 Post-Acute Partners in Care Conference
SDAHO’s Post-Acute Partners in Care Conference is taking place April 8-9, 2025, at the Sioux Falls Convention Center. Here are 10 reasons as to why you should attend:
USD School of Health Sciences Success Spotlight: Lisa Varenhorst, DNP
After 23 years in critical care nursing at facilities from Kansas City to Sanford, this mother of three leveraged USD's flexible DNP program to transform her teaching approach and prepare for future leadership opportunities.
MercyOne Clinton Foundation Opens 2025-2026 Healthcare Scholarship Applications
MercyOne Clinton Foundation is accepting health care scholarship applications for the 2025-2026 academic year. The foundation offers scholarships ranging from $250 to $1,500 to people interested in pursuing a career in health care.
USD School of Health Sciences Success Spotlight: Jason Simon-Ressler
Although he could not have known it at the time, Jason Simon-Ressler's path to a career in public health began with a high school research paper on childhood obesity. Later, while playing football for USD and pursuing his Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology and Sports Management, he remembered that experience and…
Healthcare Leaders in Iowa Can Get Support in IHA's Leadership Development Program
Iowa Hospital Association’s Leadership Development Program is for health care professionals in new organizational management or leadership responsibilities. Experienced staff looking to refresh their skills and knowledge will also benefit.
USD School of Health Sciences Success Spotlight: Tyler Hemmingson
Tyler Hemmingson was exposed to the health professions much earlier than a lot of people. He was born with a congenital heart condition that wasn't detected until he was 6 years old.
Iowa Healthcare Leaders Association Fall Conference is a ‘Wild Adventure’
Two days of learning and networking at the IHLA conference wrapped up in Des Moines on September 13th. Here's a glimpse of the event...
USD School of Health Sciences Success Spotlight: Nicole Freeman
When the University of South Dakota School of Health Sciences started its ABA graduate certificate program in (year), Sioux Falls teacher Nicole Freeman was excited to join a multidisciplinary group of professionals in the first cohort.
16 Month BSN Now Possible with USD's Flexible Online Program for RNs
Registered nurses can now fast-track their careers with the University of South Dakota School of Health Sciences' new program, which allows RNs to earn their Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree in just 16 months through an innovative eight-week course rotation.
Building the Future of LifeScape
LifeScape is building a $98 million Children’s Campus to consolidate and expand services in the face of growing regional demand.
Nicole Fluth, OTD, Empowers Children Through Functional Kids Pediatric Therapy
Occupational therapist Nicole Fluth has a unique perspective on the sensitive children she works with. She used to be one.
Sanford USD Medical Center Awarded On Newsweek’s America’s Best Maternity Hospitals 2024 List
Sanford USD Medical Center has been awarded on Newsweek’s list of America’s Best Maternity Hospitals 2024.
USD School of Health Sciences Success Spotlight: Kacee Redden-Benz
Kacee Redden-Benz found direction and purpose when she decided to pursue an advanced degree in Addiction Counseling and Prevention at the USD School of Health Sciences.
USD School of Health Sciences Success Spotlight: Dana Mach, BSN, DNP
Dana Mach was just 9 years old when she discovered her love of taking care of other people. She’s the subject of this month’s USD School of Health Sciences Success Spotlight.
USD School of Health Sciences Success Spotlight: Diana Feldhacker, PhD, OTD
When Diana Feldhacker enrolled in the Occupational Therapy program at Creighton University, she had no inkling that she would eventually be developing an OT doctoral curriculum herself and even directing the new program.