Prioritizing Health and Wellness During the Back-to-School Period
As students prepare to head back to classrooms this August, the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) recognizes the critical role physical, mental, and emotional well-being play in academic success.
House Subcommittees Conduct Joint Hearing on Medicare Advantage
The House Ways and Means Subcommittees on Health and Oversight recently held a joint hearing titled “Medicare Advantage: Past Lessons, Present Insights, Future Opportunities.” The session focused on evaluating challenges, lessons learned, and opportunities to improve the Medicare Advantage (MA) program.
Dr. Melissa Dittberner to Present at SDAHO’s Annual Convention
The South Dakota Association of Healthcare Organizations (SDAHO) is pleased to announce that Dr. Melissa “Mo” Dittberner will be a featured speaker at SDAHO’s Annual Convention, taking place September 24-26, 2025, at the Sioux Falls Convention Center.
Full Agenda Announced for SDAHO’s 2025 Annual Convention
The South Dakota Association of Healthcare Organizations (SDAHO) is proud to present its 99th Annual Convention, taking place September 24–26, 2025, at the Sioux Falls Convention Center. This year’s theme, Celebrating Medical Marvels – 99 Years and Beyond, honors South Dakota’s legacy of healthcare excellence while focusing on the innovations shaping our future.
Essentia Health Supports Student Readiness Ahead of New Academic Year
As summer winds down, Essentia Health team members are again stepping up for a good cause to help area students and their families be prepared for the first day of school.
Community HealthCare Association of the Dakotas to Host National Health Center Week 2025 Virtual Press Conference for South Dakota
Virtual press conference to raise awareness about community health centers in South Dakota and the critical role in improving access to care across the state. The event will highlight the impact of health centers, provide educational background, and share how the public can find a health center near them.
Certification Training in Dementia Care Set for August 11
HI Health St. Francis, in collaboration with Edgewood Memory Care-Grand Island, will host a one-day seminar, “Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia Care.” Led by Debbie Schaaf, executive director of Edgewood, the in-person training is scheduled from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. on Monday, Aug. 11, in Conference Room 2/3 at the hospital.
Columbus Community Hospital Releases Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation Annual Report
Columbus Community Hospital is proud to announce the release of its 2024-25 Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation Annual Report, highlighting a year of profound dedication to patient well-being, significant program growth and inspiring recovery stories.
SDAHO’s 99th Annual Convention Celebrates Nearly a Century of Medical Breakthroughs
Join healthcare professionals from across the region as the South Dakota Association of Healthcare Organizations (SDAHO) hosts its 99th Annual Convention. This year’s theme, “Celebrating Medical Marvels – 99 Years and Beyond,” honors a legacy of care while focusing on the future of healthcare innovation.
Registration Now Open for Air Link Educational Conference
Area first responders, emergency medical response personnel, and healthcare providers are invited to join the Air Link flight team on Nov. 15 for a day of learning and hands-on activities at the annual education conference. There is no cost to attend the conference and attendees will receive continuing education hours.
Sanford Horace to Offer Sports Physicals for Student-Athletes
Sanford Health Horace is offering a sports physical event for student-athletes to complete their sports physicals for the 2025-2026 school season. Student-athletes are required to get an annual sports physical when participating in school-sanctioned sports and must have their physicals completed before the first day of practice for their sport.
Sanford West Fargo to Host Sports Physical for Student-Athletes
Sanford Health West Fargo is offering a sports physical event for student-athletes to complete their sports physicals for the 2025-2026 school season. Student-athletes are required to get an annual sports physical when participating in school-sanctioned sports and must have their physicals completed before the first day of practice for their sport.
Registration Now Open for 2025 Behavioral Health and Children & Family Services Conference
Registration is open for the 5th annual Behavioral Health & Children and Family Services Conference, scheduled for October 20-23, at the Bismarck Event Center and online via livestream.
Columbus Community Hospital Encourages Aspiring Nurses to Apply for Fall Internship Program
This fall, men and women who are interested in becoming a nurse will be able to apply for Columbus Community Hospital’s highly successful Student Nurse Internship Program.
Essentia Health to Host Walk-In Sports Physicals and Immunization Blitzes in Late July
To help student-athletes prepare for the quickly approaching 2025-26 sports season, Essentia Health will offer additional walk-in sports physical and immunization blitzes the last week of July.
Sanford Health to Highlight AI Innovations Enhancing Patient and Clinician Experience at National Conference
David Newman, M.D., vice president and chief medical officer for virtual care at Sanford Health, will join a panel discussion at the American Hospital Association Leadership Summit in Nashville on July 20-22 focused on how hospitals are using AI to reshape clinical workflows, improve decision-making and enhance the patient and clinician experience.
Mary Lanning Radiologic Technology Program Celebrates Ten Graduates
Ten students graduated from the Mary Lanning Healthcare School of Radiologic Technology on July 12.
Free Community Workshop on Low-Carb Diet Myths Scheduled for July 24
CHI Health St. Francis, in partnership with CHI Health Clinic: Nebraska Heart Institute, is offering a free community education session, “Low-Carb Myths,” on Thursday, July 24 at 6:30 p.m. The session will be held in Conference Room 2/3 at the hospital.
Lexington Regional Health Center Launches New Initiative to Enhance Postpartum Safety
Lexington Regional Health Center (LRHC) is proud to announce its participation in the Nebraska Perinatal Quality Improvement Collaborative’s (NPQIC) Postpartum Alert Initiative, a statewide effort to reduce maternal mortality and improve postpartum care across Nebraska.
Sanford Health to Host Fourth Annual Summit on the Future of Rural Health Care
For the fourth consecutive year, Sanford Health will convene some of the leading and most influential voices in health care, technology and business for a day of thought-provoking conversations focused on transformation in rural health care delivery. This year’s theme is “Advancing access, quality and sustainability.”