Free Community Education – Sept. 25: The Secrets to Understanding Medicare
CHI Health St. Francis, in partnership with CHI Health Clinic: Nebraska Heart Institute, is offering a free community education session, “The Secrets to Understanding Medicare,” on Thursday, Sept. 25 at 6:30 pm. The session will be held in Conference Room 2/3 at the hospital.
Sanford Bismarck to Host Doc Talk on Managing Hip and Knee Pain
An expert from the Sanford Bismarck region will host a Doc Talk on hip and knee pain.
University of Nebraska Medical Center Introduces Holograms at Statewide Stroke Conference
The University of Nebraska Medical Center is redefining distance learning with cutting-edge hologram technology. At the upcoming “Stroke Transitions Across the Continuum” conference, instructors and learners will interact in real time across four campuses using Holoboxes and VR headsets, as well as interactive iWalls.
Sanford Health to Host Women’s Networking Social in Bismarck
Sanford Bismarck is hosting Women’s Social: An Evening of Connection on Thursday, Oct. 23 from 5 - 9 p.m. to discuss popular women’s health topics. The event takes place at Sixteen03 Main Events, located at 1603 E Main Ave. in Bismarck.
Sanford Bismarck Hosting Doc Talk on Innovative Heart Treatment Options
A cardiologist from the Sanford Bismarck region will host a Doc Talk on new options for today’s heart patient.
Essentia Health’s Concussion Program Delivers Personalized Support and Education
Essentia Health has updated its Concussion Program to better reflect changes in the philosophy of concussion treatment and a deeper understanding of the brain and body. The redesigned program addresses often-misunderstood symptoms associated with concussions while offering personalized support for patients.
Sanford Health CMO of Virtual Care David Newman to Highlight Rural Providers’ Role in the Digital Transformation at INVEST Digital Health 2025
Sanford Health chief medical officer of virtual care David Newman, M.D., will be a featured speaker at the MedCity INVEST Digital Health 2025 conference on Thursday, Sept. 18 in Dallas. The event, presented by MedCity News, will bring together healthcare futurists, novel employers, payers, providers, investors and entrepreneurs to discuss the changing landscape of digital health.
Mayor Ewing to Address Douglas County Maternal and Infant Health Results at Friday Conference
Omaha Mayor John W. Ewing, Jr. will speak on improving maternal and infant health outcomes in Omaha and Douglas County at the Nebraska Perinatal Quality Improvement Collaborative Annual Summit on Friday.
Avera Relaunches ‘Ask the Question’ Initiative to Prevent Suicide
During September, which is National Suicide Prevention Month, Avera has launched its Ask the Question public service campaign for the third consecutive year.
Essentia Health to Host Joint-Replacement Seminar in Fargo
Essentia Health on Tuesday, Sept. 16, will host a seminar in Fargo highlighting available surgical options for joint replacement. This complimentary event starts at 6:30 p.m. and will be held in the Prairie Rose Room at the Avalon Events Center, located at 2525 9th Ave. S.
CHI Health Good Samaritan Fall Prevention Education Series – Sept. 16
This September, Fall Awareness Month, CHI Health Good Samaritan is launching a monthly speaker series focused on preventing accidental falls.
Sanford Health CIO Brad Reimer to Share Expertise on Technology and Innovation Investments at Newsweek Digital Health Care Forum
Sanford Health senior vice president and chief information officer Brad Reimer will be a featured speaker at the Newsweek Digital Health Care Forum on Tuesday, Sept. 16 in New York City. The event will gather executives from the nation’s top health systems and explore the impacts and challenges of recent technological innovations.
One in Three in Alcohol Recovery Remain in ‘Danger Zone’ of Anxiety and Depression – A Potential Predictor of Relapse
A recent study of more than 1,000 people in alcohol treatment found that nearly one in three never escape the crushing anxiety or depression that often accompanies early sobriety — a red flag that may predict relapse and signal the need for more targeted care.
Explore the Cutting-Edge Technology of Robotic Surgery at Lunch & Learn
Columbus Community Hospital is offering a free Lunch & Learn featuring Dr. Jacob Oran, general surgeon with Columbus General Surgery, as he explains exactly what is robotic surgery.
Clarkson Regional Health Services Collaborates on Launch of Scriptwriting Competition for Nebraska Students
Clarkson Regional Health Services (CRHS), a nonprofit organization dedicated to improving access to high-quality, low-cost healthcare throughout Nebraska and Western Iowa, is excited to announce a script competition focused on how smartphones shape the lives of young people today.
Columbus Community Hospital Drives Economic Growth Across the State
Columbus Community Hospital will generate more than $317 million in total economic impact during 2025, supporting nearly 1,750 jobs across the state and contributing more than $9.3 million in state and local tax revenue, according to an analysis by IMPLAN, an economic impact modeling software.
Rural Engagement and Wellness Summit Planned for September 29 in Kearney
A summit planned for Sept. 29 in Kearney will bring together community organizations, health care professionals and academic groups to discuss the pressing health challenges facing rural communities across Nebraska.
2025 HDSA Education Day Scheduled for September 28 in Sioux Falls, South Dakota
The South Dakota Chapter of the Huntington’s Disease Society of America (HDSA) will host the 2025 Fall Education Day - Sioux Falls, SD on Saturday, September 28th at Sanford Medical Center, in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, 1305 W 18th St, Sioux Falls, South Dakota, 57105. The event starts at 11:30 AM.
HHS Invites Public Input on Medicaid Waiver to Improve Access for Individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities
North Dakota Health and Human Services (HHS) is seeking public comment on an amendment to the state’s Medicaid Traditional Individuals with Intellectual Disabilities/Developmental Disabilities (IID/DD) Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waiver dated April 1, 2025. Comments will be accepted from Aug. 29 through Sept. 28.
Yankton Medical Clinic Partners with Southeast Technical College to Advance the Next Generation of Nurses
Yankton Medical Clinic is pleased to announce a new educational partnership with Southeast Technical College’s Nursing program. Beginning this fall, the clinic will proudly serve as a clinical rotation site for Southeast Tech nursing students.