Celebrate Mental Health Awareness Month by Exploring Support Resources in Nebraska
The Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) Division of Behavioral Health (DBH) celebrates Mental Health Awareness Month as a time to familiarize yourself with mental health and substance use services in Nebraska.
Sanford Bismarck’s Internal Medicine Residency Earns Accreditation
Sanford Health, in partnership with UND School of Medicine & Health Sciences, is pleased to announce the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) accreditation of a three-year internal medicine residency program in Bismarck.
Regional West Physicians Clinic-Family Medicine, Scottsbluff Welcomes Two New Physicians
Regional West Physicians Clinic-Family Medicine, Scottsbluff welcomes two new physicians to its team of providers.
UnityPoint Health – St. Luke’s Children’s Miracle Network 2025 Mediathon Raises $135,452 to Improve Child Care in Siouxland
Siouxland made miracles happen for local children during the UnityPoint Health – St. Luke’s Children’s Miracle Network 2025 Mediathon event from May 6 through May 8. The three-day event was broadcasted live on KTIV and Powell Broadcasting radio stations as the community pledged their support to our local Children’s Miracle Network. A total of $135,452 was raised by the community, supporters and sponsors for the kids of Siouxland.
Shelley Diehl, PA-C Joins McFarland Clinic
McFarland Clinic is pleased to announce that Shelley Diehl, PA-C has joined McFarland Clinic’s Family Medicine department in Carroll, located at 1214 South Grant Road. Shelley will see patients in coordination with McFarland Clinic’s Family Medicine physicians.
JRMC Recognized as a Best Place to Work in Healthcare
Jamestown Regional Medical Center is proud to announce that it has been named one of Modern Healthcare’s 2025 Best Places to Work in Healthcare. This marks the eighth time JRMC has received this national honor, a testament to the organization’s enduring commitment to employee satisfaction, culture and workplace excellence.
AI in Healthcare: Weighing the Benefits and Risks
The incredible speed at which artificial intelligence (AI) has been adopted in medicine has outpaced the regulatory environment that would typically provide guidance and rules regarding its use. As of the writing of this article, no federal regulation exists to clearly answer common questions.
Up for the Challenge: The June E. Nylen Cancer Center vs Cancer in Siouxland
Iowa continues to have one of the highest rates of new cancer diagnoses in the country, second only to Kentucky in per capita cases. More concerning still, Iowa remains the only state in the nation with increasing cancer rates. For residents of Northwest Iowa, this sobering reality makes the presence of the June E. Nylen Cancer Center in Sioux City not just a convenience, but a necessity.
USD School of Health Sciences Success Spotlight: Karlee Burton, OTD, OTR/L
For Karlee Burton, the journey to becoming an occupational therapist began a long way from South Dakota. Born and raised in central Oregon, Burton studied exercise science and business at a small Oregon college and says she "took a leap of faith" during the pandemic in choosing the USD School of Health Sciences for her doctoral studies.
New Report Verifies What SD Nurses Know
A new report from the personal finance website WalletHub ranks South Dakota among the worst states for nurses.
Designing the Future of Healthcare
At CMBA Architects, people are at the heart of everything we do. Our genuine care for individuals – and our insight into how they experience the spaces we design – drives us to create healthcare environments that are not only functional but transformative for everyone who uses them.
CHI Health Camp Assists Students in Exploring Careers – Application Deadline June 5
CHI Health is accepting online applications until June 5 for their annual Health Care Career Camp. Incoming Nebraska students grades 10, 11 and 12 interested in exploring a health sciences career, excluding veterinary science and dentistry, are invited to apply.
Sanford Medical Center Fargo Honored for Multiple Health Care Services in Women’s Choice Awards
Sanford Medical Center Fargo has received several awards on the Women’s Choice Award 2025 Best Hospitals Award Report.
UNMC Celebrates Nearly 1,000 Graduates at Commencement Ceremonies
Diplomas and certificates were conferred on nearly 1,000 University of Nebraska Medical Center students during ceremonies held May 8 in Lincoln, Norfolk and Kearney and May 10 in Omaha and Scottsbluff.
USF Offering Flexibility and Online Opportunities to Adult Learners
The University of Sioux Falls is now offering new online programming options geared towards adult learners, with the addition of an LPN to BSN degree and an online version of USF’s well-respected elementary education degree.
Christina Norton Joins Essentia Health–South University Clinic to Specialize in Sleep Medicine
The Essentia Health-South University Clinic is excited to welcome Christina Norton, an advanced practice registered nurse and certified nurse practitioner who will practice sleep medicine.
41st Annual Roger Maris Celebrity Golf Tournament, Sponsored by Happy Harry’s Bottle Shops, Returns During All-Star Week
The Roger Maris Celebrity Golf Tournament, presented by Happy Harry’s Bottle Shops, tees off for the 41st time on Thursday, June 19, at Rose Creek Golf Course. The event features both 9 and 18-hole golf tournaments.
SDAHO Collaborates with ACHE of South Dakota to Offer ACHE Credits at Upcoming Conference
SDAHO is proud to announce its upcoming Rural Health Leaders – Strengthening Rural Conference, taking place June 25–26 in Fort Pierre. This two-day event brings together healthcare professionals, industry experts, and state leaders for a powerful exchange of ideas, innovation, and collaborative learning—all centered on the unique challenges and opportunities facing rural healthcare.
Iowa Hospital Association Introduces Middle, High School Students to In-Demand Health Care Careers During National Hospital Week
The Iowa Hospital Association, with the Iowa Department of Education, hosted Health Sciences Career Day in Iowa on Wednesday, May 15. Held during National Hospital Week, the live, virtual event focused on building the workforce of the future by making young Iowans aware of six high-demand health care occupations across the state: physician, nurse, radiology technologist, respiratory therapist, lab technologist and behavioral health care.
Sanford Bismarck Medical Center Honored for Multiple Health Care Services in Women’s Choice Awards
Sanford Bismarck Medical Center has received several awards on the Women’s Choice Award 2025 Best Hospitals Award Report.