A Full-Circle Moment: Baby Allara Returns to First Care Health Center
Nearly nine months after an unforgettable arrival, baby Allara is back at First Care Health Center (FCHC). This time Allara is all smiles as she is held by her mother alongside Dr. Joel Johnson, the doctor who delivered her.
Essentia Health-Fosston Expands Specialty Care With Hybrid Telehealth
As rural health systems experience mounting challenges, Essentia Health-Fosston is embracing innovation to ensure patients can receive care from expert specialists close to home.
Brookings Health Earns AHA Rural Stroke Bronze Award
People who live in rural communities live an average of three years fewer than urban counterparts, have a 40% higher likelihood of developing heart disease and face a 30% increased risk for stroke mortality, according to an American Heart Association’s presidential advisory on rural health. Brookings Health System’s emergency team is committed to changing that.
Unity Medical Center Recruits Future Family Physician Dr. Kenny Ryan
At a time when rural communities across the nation are facing increasing challenges in recruiting and retaining physicians, Unity Medical Center is proud to announce that Dr. Kenny Ryan has committed to joining its medical staff following the completion of his Family Medicine Residency at Altru Health System in 2027.
Nebraska AHEC Graduates 55 Scholars to Serve Underserved Areas
The Nebraska Area Health Education Center Scholars Program, based at UNMC, recently graduated 55 students.
Freeman Regional Health Services Welcomes Laura Hofer, PA-C
Freeman Regional Health Services is pleased to welcome Laura Hofer, PA-C, to its provider team. Hofer will provide care in the Rural Medical Clinics and the Emergency Department, helping expand access to high-quality healthcare for patients throughout our region.
Community Hospital Welcomes Rural Immersion Students to McCook
From job shadows and clinical rotations to internships and immersive learning experiences, Community Hospital continues to invest in the next generation of healthcare professionals.
Sanford Detroit Lakes Brings MRI Services to Lakes Country
Sanford Detroit Lakes is bringing magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) to Detroit Lakes.
Sanford Health Reinvested Over $1 Billion in Rural Care in 2024
Sanford Health reinvested more than $1 billion in 2024 to support patients, strengthen communities and expand access to healthcare across the rural communities it serves. The investments are detailed in Sanford Health's annual Community Impact Report, which highlights how the nonprofit health system reinvests resources to improve community health and ensure access to care close to home.
Columbus Community Hospital Earns AHA Rural Stroke Silver Award
Columbus Community Hospital (CCH) has received the American Heart Association’s Get With The Guidelines® – Stroke Rural Recognition Silver award for its efforts to improve stroke care and reduce gaps in rural health outcomes.
Altru Hospital Devils Lake Earns AHA Rural Stroke Silver Award
People who live in rural communities live an average of three years fewer than urban counterparts and have a 40% higher likelihood of developing heart disease and face a 30% increased risk for stroke mortality, according to an American Heart Association’s presidential advisory on rural health. Altru Hospital Devils Lake is committed to changing that.
Altru Hospital Earns AHA Stroke Gold Plus Award in Grand Forks
Altru Hospital in Grand Forks has received the American Heart Association’s GetWith The Guidelines® - Stroke Gold Plus quality achievement award for its commitment to ensuring people experiencing stroke receive timely, appropriate treatment based on nationally recognized, research-based guidelines, ultimately helping to save lives and reduce disability.
Sanford Health Opens New Hankinson Clinic on July 15
The Sanford Health Hankinson Clinicis set to open on Wednesday, July 15. The clinic is located at 112 5th St. SW.
Mary Lanning Healthcare Earns AHA Awards for Stroke Care Excellence
Mary Lanning Healthcare recently received awards from the American Heart Association. These included recognition for outstanding stroke care — the 2026 Get With The Guidelines® Stroke Gold Plus Award and the 2026 Rural Stroke Gold Award — and Honor Roll status for stroke patients who suffer from type 2 diabetes.
Unity Medical Center Earns Three AHA Awards for Cardiovascular Care
Unity Medical Center has received three American Heart Association Get With The Guidelines® achievement awards for demonstrating a commitment to following up-to-date, research-based guidelines for the treatment of heart disease and stroke, helping save lives, support recovery and reduce hospital readmissions.
Box Butte General Hospital Reports Major Quality and Growth Milestones
Box Butte General Hospital (BBGH) Board of Trustees met on Monday, June 29, 2026, in the Alliance Room. During the board meeting, leadership celebrated the June Employee of the Month, Registered Respiratory Therapist Toni Girard. They also welcomed new team members including ling requests….
Spencer Hospital Earns AHA Silver Award for Advancing Rural Stroke Care
People who live in rural communities live an average of three years fewer than urban counterparts and have a 40% higher likelihood of developing heart disease and face a 30% increased risk for stroke mortality, according to an American Heart Association’s presidential advisory on rural health. Spencer Hospital is committed to changing that.
North Dakota Announces $3.6 Million in Grants for Rural Health Transformation
The North Dakota Health and Human Services (HHS) today announced three new grant opportunities for rural communities. The grant opportunities include a Zero Hour Physical Education initiative, community gardens projects, and community-based walking programs.
HHS Launches Initial Funding Opportunity to Strengthen Rural Health Care Workforce
North Dakota Health and Human Services (HHS) today announced the first Rural Health Transformation Program funding opportunity is now available to support the retention of health care professionals in North Dakota’s 37 critical access hospitals and their owned and operated clinics. The deadline to apply is 5 p.m. CT April 30.
Eleven Nebraska Hospitals Make the Top 100 List
Eleven Nebraska critical access hospitals have made this year’s list of Top 100 CAH’s from the Chartis Center for Rural Health.