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.
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.
Food as Medicine: Free Community Education – Oct. 23
CHI Health St. Francis, in partnership with CHI Health Clinic: Nebraska Heart Institute, is offering a free community education session, “Food Is My Medicine,” on Thursday, Oct. 23 at 6:30 pm. The session will be held in Conference Room 2/3 at the hospital.
University of Nebraska Medical Center Nurse Practitioner Emergency Care Program Earns National Validation
The University of Nebraska Medical Center College of Nursing has achieved a major milestone in advancing emergency care education.
Exploring PCOS with the University of Minnesota
Polycystic ovary syndrome, commonly referred to as PCOS, is one of the most common hormonal disorders that affects patients of reproductive age. Worldwide, 13% of women of reproductive age are affected by PCOS — and experts estimate that as many as 70% of women who have PCOS may go undiagnosed.
Summer Student Nurse Internship Program at CHI Health Sees Record Retention
In the midst of the national shortage, finding nurses can be a challenge – but CHI Health’s Summer Student Nurse Internship (SSNI) is seeing a record number of students taking jobs within the organization following the eight-week program.
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.