Cardiovascular Risk Factors Adversely Affect Health During and After Pregnancy
Driven by increases in health risk factors, cardiovascular-related complications during pregnancy are on the rise in the U.S., even among people with no previous heart disease, according to new study in the Circulation journal
Dr. Julie Blehm Presented with Copic Humanitarian Award
Dr. Julie Blehm, a retired physician who practiced internal medicine for more than 30 years, was recognized during the North Dakota Medical Association’s (NDMA) Annual Meeting for being the 2025 recipient of the COPIC Humanitarian Award.
CHI Health St. Francis to Hold Infant Memorial Service on Oct. 14
CHI Health St. Francis will provide an Infant Memorial Service at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 14, in the hospital’s Chapel.
Stacie Johnson Honored with Sheaf of Wheat Award
Columbus Community Hospital has proudly recognized Stacie Johnson, a physical therapist in Rehabilitative Services, with the Sheaf of Wheat Award. The award celebrates non-nursing employees who go above and beyond the call of duty for patients, families and the hospital community.
Huron Regional Medical Center Welcomes New Internal Medicine Physician
Huron Regional Medical Center (HRMC) is pleased to welcome Kundana Neelam, MD, internal medicine physician, to the hospital’s medical staff and HRMC Physicians Clinic care team. Dr. Neelam cares for adult patients, providing primary care and management of chronic medical conditions, further expanding the availability of specifically trained adult medicine physicians in our community.
Sanford Children’s Gala Generates Nearly $1.5 Million for Pediatric Emergency Department
Nearly $1.5 million was raised earlier this month at the 2025 Children’s Gala. The money raised goes towards South Dakota’s first and only dedicated pediatric emergency department being built adjacent to the Sanford Emergency Department on the campus of the Sanford USD Medical Center in Sioux Falls.
Trunk or Treat Celebration Scheduled for October 26
The Mary Lanning Healthcare Council is seeking community participation in the annual Trunk or Treat event for children.
Community Health Worker Certification Now Offered
North Dakota Health and Human Services (HHS) announced today that the Community Health Worker (CHW) Certification application is now available online marking an important step in strengthening the state’s health workforce and improving access to care and support.
LRC Hosts 16th Annual Walk for Mental Health Awareness
On Friday, October 10 the Lincoln Regional Center (LRC) will host its 16th Annual Walk for Mental Health Awareness. The walk unites individuals with lived experience and care providers in accessing resources in the community. LRC strives to promote accurate information about mental health challenges, uphold individuals as people instead of a diagnosis, and promote mental healthcare and resources for all Nebraskans.
University of South Dakota Professor Receives Lucy Blair Physical Therapy Award
University of South Dakota’s Kory Zimney, DPT, Ph.D., has received a Lucy Blair Service Award from the American Physical Therapy Association, the country’s professional membership entity for physical therapists.
Nebraska Cancer Specialists Expands Cancer Care Access with New Clinic at Bryan Elkhorn Campus
Nebraska Cancer Specialists (NCS) is proud to announce the opening of a new, full-service clinic at the Bryan Elkhorn Campus—marking NCS’s sixth Omaha-area location and the sixteenth clinic across Nebraska and Iowa.
Community Hospital Health Foundation Launches Matching Challenge to Support Cancer Care
The Community Hospital Health Foundation has announced a new community challenge gift to support cancer care at Community Hospital. Dr. George, Community Hospital’s Medical Oncologist and Hematologist, will match every donation dollar-for-dollar, up to $10,000, beginning October 11 at the Concert for Healthcare.
Sanford Health Introduces Virtual Care Program for Rural Long-Term Care Facilities in South Dakota
Sanford Health is expanding virtual care services to 27 Good Samaritan skilled nursing and assisted living locations in 14 South Dakota communities as part of the integrated health system's landmark $350 million virtual care initiative. My Care Line virtually connects Good Samaritan caregivers with Sanford Health registered nurses (RNs) and advanced practice providers (APPs) who are fully dedicated to the locations during evenings, weekends and overnights.
Children’s Nebraska Ranked Among America’s Best Children’s Hospitals by U.S. News & World Report
U.S. News & World Report has ranked Children’s Nebraska in its 2025-26 Best Children’s Hospitals rankings in the specialties of Pediatric Pulmonology & Lung Surgery, Pediatric Nephrology and Pediatric Neurology & Neurosurgery.
Jamestown Regional Medical Center Unveils Technology to Help Prevent Patient Falls
Jamestown Regional Medical Center (JRMC) has expanded its advanced inpatient services with the addition of Ocuvera, an industry-leading artificial intelligence (AI) system designed to predict and help prevent patient falls before they occur. This cutting-edge technology strengthens JRMC’s commitment to safety, innovation and patient-centered care by using real-time monitoring and informed alerts to support faster interventions and reduce the risk of harm.
MercyOne Receives 5-Star CMS Rating for Fifth Consecutive Year
MercyOne Dubuque Medical Center is proud to announce that it has received a five-star rating from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) for the 5th consecutive year.
Sanford Valley City Presents ‘Boo to the Flu’
Keep your children protected this season by saying, “Boo the Flu.” Sanford Children’s invites parents and their children to attend Boo to the Flu at Sanford Valley City Clinic, 520 Chautauqua Blvd., on Friday, Oct. 17, from 3 to 6 p.m.
Sanford Hillsboro to Host Flu Vaccination Clinics
Sanford Health Hillsboro, 315 E. Caledonia Ave., is now offering the flu vaccination to patients 6 months and older.
Hastings Family Care Earns National Recognition for Advancing Cardiovascular Health
Hastings Family Care (HFC) recently received three awards from the American Heart Association (AHA) outpatient program achievement awards for its commitment to reducing the risk of heart disease and stroke. HFC received the Target: Type 2 Diabetes Gold Achievement Award, the 2024 Check. Change. Control. CholesterolTM Recognition Gold Achievement Award and the Silver Target: Blood Pressure Award.
Jamestown Regional Medical Center Commits to Breast Health with ‘Pinky Swear’ Campaign
Pink is more than a color at Jamestown Regional Medical Center (JRMC) in October. Each year for Breast Health Month, the medical center transforms into Pinky Swear Headquarters, where a simple childhood gesture becomes a powerful promise both to and from women. At JRMC, that promise reflects a commitment to delivering advanced technology, empathetic care and accessible services for every woman in the region.