Monument Health Opens Region's First Epilepsy Monitoring Unit
Monument Health announced the opening of a two-bed Epilepsy Monitoring Unit (EMU) at Rapid City Hospital. The unit, which began seeing patients in February 2026, is the first of its kind in the region and represents a significant investment in neurological care for communities across western South Dakota and eastern Wyoming.
Sanford Bismarck Ranked No. 1 Hospital in North Dakota
U.S. News & World Report’s Best Hospitals for 2026-2027 has ranked Sanford Bismarck Medical Center the No. 1 hospital in North Dakota.
Park Haven Recovery Center Opens in Yankton for Mothers
Park Haven Learning and Recovery Center, a new residential treatment program for women dealing with substance use disorder, is ready to open after a ribbon cutting ceremony took place Aug. 19 in Yankton, SD. It will open its doors on Monday, Aug. 24.
Altru Health System Earns National Recognition for Telehealth Innovation
Altru Health System is celebrating the successful completion of its three year partnership with the American Heart Association's Center for Telehealth Learning Collaborative and the continuation of that work through a new one-year sustainability and expansion agreement.
Monument Health Rapid City Earns Leapfrog Full Transparency Badge
Monument Health Rapid City Hospital has earned the Leapfrog Full Transparency Badge, recognizing the hospital's commitment to publicly reporting information about patient safety and quality through the annual Leapfrog Hospital Survey.
CHI Health St. Francis Earns State's First PRISM Award for Nursing
CHI Health St. Francis was recently honored with the prestigious PRISM Award from the Academy of Medical-Surgical Nurses (AMSN) — the first hospital in the state to achieve this distinction. The national accolade recognizes medical-surgical units across the country for outstanding nursing practice, leadership and patient outcomes.
UnityPoint St. Luke's Offers Free Back-to-School Developmental Screenings
As families prepare for the upcoming school year, UnityPoint Health – St. Luke’s Rehabilitation Services’ pediatric therapists are inviting parents to a free Back-to-School Developmental Screening event on Thursday, August 20, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at UnityPoint Health – St. Luke’s Rehabilitation Services – Hospital Campus, 2800 Pierce Street, Suite 120. No appointment is needed.
Sanford Sheldon Medical Center Earns 'Deficiency Free' Survey
Sanford Sheldon Medical Center received a ‘deficiency free’ hospital survey by the Iowa Department of Inspections, Appeals and Licensing (DIAL).
24 South Dakota Hospitals Recognized for Heart, Stroke Care
24 hospitals across S.D. are being recognized by the American Heart Association for their commitment to improving care for patients with heart disease and stroke through Get With The Guidelines® quality improvement programs. Nationwide, more than 3,000 hospitals take part in these efforts, helping ensure patients receive care aligned with the most up‑to‑date, research‑based treatment guidelines.
Columbus Community Hospital Named a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Columbus Community Hospital recently received recognition as a patient care leader in OB-GYN (obstetrics and gynecology) surgery and general surgery from Castle Connolly, earning a spot on its 2026 Top Hospitals list.
Lakes Regional Healthcare Earns 5-Star Communication Ratings
Lakes Regional Healthcare (LRH) has earned five-star ratings for both nurse and physician communication, according to the most recent Hospital Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems (HCAHPS) data, as reported by Becker's Hospital Review. LRH is one of only 183 hospitals nationwide, and one of just eight in Iowa, to achieve five stars in both categories.
Nebraska Medicine Marks 10 Years of CAR T-Cell Therapy Innovation
Nebraska Medicine, the University of Nebraska Medical Center, and the Fred & Pamela Buffett Cancer Center will celebrate a decade of innovation and patient impact in CAR T-cell therapy during a special event, "Trailblazing a Decade of CAR T-cell Therapy: 10 Years of Innovation at Nebraska Medicine and UNMC.”
Madonna Rehabilitation Hospitals Earns U.S. News 'High Performing' Rating
Madonna Rehabilitation Hospitals has been recognized by U.S. News & World Report's 2026-2027 Best Hospitals edition as a “High Performing” hospital for rehabilitation, the highest distinction awarded in the publication's Best Hospitals Procedures & Conditions ratings. The recognition also places Madonna Rehabilitation Hospitals' Lincoln Campus as the No. 1 rehabilitation hospital in Nebraska, with the Omaha Campus ranked No. 2 in Nebraska and No. 1 in the Omaha metro area.
Sanford Fargo Earns AHA Stroke Gold Plus Award
Sanford Fargo has received the American Heart Association’s Get With 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.
Nebraska Cyclosporiasis Cases Linked to National Outbreak
The Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) has just been notified by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) that 92 Nebraska cyclosporiasis cases have been linked to an ongoing multi-state outbreak. Nebraska currently has 218 confirmed cases. 191 cases were acquired in the United States. Not all of these cases are related to this outbreak.
Buffett Cancer Center Earns National Ranking From U.S. News
The Fred & Pamela Buffett Cancer Center has earned a national ranking in cancer care from U.S. News & World Report, placing it among the nation's top programs for treating complex cancer cases. The recognition is part of the publication's annual Best Hospitals rankings and follows Nebraska Medical Center being named the No. 1 hospital in Nebraska for the 15th consecutive year.
Columbus Community Hospital Releases Cardiopulmonary Rehab Report
Columbus Community Hospital has released the 2025-26 annual report on its cardiopulmonary rehabilitation department, which continues to have a big impact on patients.
Air Quality Appeared Normal—Until Particle Counter Detected Hidden Risks
It was supposed to be a routine check.
The hospital had just completed a ventilation upgrade in one of its patient care corridors. The engineering team had spent weeks balancing airflow and installing new filters.
Nebraska Medical Center Ranked State's No. 1 Hospital for 15th Year
It’s an elite distinction that only 16% of evaluated hospitals receive: a U.S. News & World Report Best Hospitals designation.
Brookings Hospital Named to Forbes' 2026 Top Hospitals by State
Brookings Hospital was recently named to Forbes Top Hospitals by State 2026, one of five listed South Dakota hospitals. It is the highest rated South Dakota hospital across all five quality measures.