MercyOne Genesis and Iowa Donor Network Honor the Gift of Life With Flag-Raising
In honor of National Donate Life Month, MercyOne Genesis Davenport Medical Center and the Iowa Donor Network will raise the Donate Life flag to celebrate those who have chosen to share the gift of life through organ, eye and tissue donation.
UNMC Children’s Dental Day Supports Nebraska Kids
On March 28, nearly 300 University of Nebraska Medical Center dental, dental hygiene and nursing students provided free dental care to more than 200 children from throughout Nebraska, many of whom have little or no access to dental services.
Join the 2025 HDSA Team Hope Walk, South Dakota
The South Dakota Chapter of the Huntington’s Disease Society of America (HDSA) will host the South Dakota Team Hope Walk on Saturday, May 3rd at Sertoma Park, 4300 S Oxbow Avenue. Sioux Falls, SD. All proceeds support HDSA’s mission to improve the lives of people affected by Huntington’s disease (HD) and their families.
UnityPoint Health – St. Luke’s and Knoepfler Chevrolet Provide Complimentary Car Seat Safety Checks for Siouxland Families
UnityPoint Health – St. Luke’s is partnering with Knoepfler Chevrolet to offer a free car seat safety check for Siouxland families.
CPCM Educates Hundreds on Child Abuse Prevention
The University of South Dakota’s Center for the Prevention of Child Maltreatment (CPCM) has implemented a training module that has guided hundreds of health care students and professionals in recognizing the first signs of child abuse.
Dr. Sorrell Appointed First-Ever Philanthropy Champion at Good Samaritan
Dr. William Thomas Sorrell was named the first-ever Champion of Philanthropy during a ceremony today at CHI Health Good Samaritan.
CHI Health Grants $151,500 to Five Local Non-Profits
CHI Health recently awarded $151,500 in grants to five central Nebraska non-profit organizations to improve the health and well-being of vulnerable and underserved populations.
Nebraska Medicine to Lead Innovative Proton Therapy at Fred & Pamela Buffett Cancer Center
Nebraska Medicine | Fred & Pamela Buffett Cancer Center will be home to the first of its kind targeted particle therapy treatment in the state. Proton therapy will offer patients new hope with construction starting the end of this month on a $36 million-dollar project at Nebraska Medical Center.
HDSA 2025 Spring Education Day – Happens Saturday, April 5th at Ronning Library, South Dakota
The South Dakota Chapter of the Huntington’s Disease Society of America (HDSA) will host the 2025 Spring Education Day - Sioux Falls, SD on Saturday, April 5th at Ronning Library, 3100 E 49th St, Sioux Falls, South Dakota, 57103. The event starts at 11:00 AM.
Foundation Provides Chance to Contribute Through Columbus Fieldhouse Bench Project
There are a lot of ways to leave a legacy or place a stamp on history in a meaningful way. Columbus Community Hospital Foundation offers community members a new opportunity to donate to the foundation through the Columbus Fieldhouse bench project.
CHI Health Recognizes Contributions to Donation and Transplantation with April Tributes
April is National Donate Life Month–a time to raise awareness about donation, encourage organ, eye and tissue donor registration and honor those who have saved lives through the gift of donation.
Step Into Health: Celebrate National Walking Day on April 2nd
National Walking Day is Wednesday, April 2nd and we would like to invite you and your company to join us! I have attached a toolkit for your team to use for ideas. If your company plans to partake, please let me know.
American Cancer Society Patient Travel and Accommodation Grants Given to Monument Health
The American Cancer Society has awarded $25,000 in grants to Monument Health Cancer Care Institute to help patients pay for transportation and lodging related to their care.
Monument Health Backs Conservation of Medical Heritage with $150,000 Donation to Historic Rapid City
Monument Health announced a $150,000 donation to Historic Rapid City (HRC) to support the restoration of the McGillycuddy House, a landmark that will soon showcase the region's rich medical heritage.
Sioux Falls Once Again Ranked Among the Happiest Cities
Sioux Falls again ranks as one of the happiest cities in America, but their rankings in individual categories may surprise you. Open for a link to the full report.
Area Rural Hospitals Hospitals Achieve National Distinction
Several rural hospitals across South Dakota and Iowa have earned prestigious national recognition on the 2025 Chartis Center for Rural Health's Top 100 lists, with some achieving the even more elite Top 20 status from the National Rural Health Association (NRHA).
Essentia Health and American Heart Association Collaborate to Distribute CPR Anytime Kits
In partnership with the American Heart Association (AHA), Essentia Health in Fargo distributed 48 CPR Anytime Kits to area businesses across the Red River Valley on Thursday, March 6.
BIO Girls Partners with BCBSND Caring Foundation for the Annual Find Your Kind 5K & Youth Run
The 2023 North Dakota Youth Risk Behavior Survey found that 1 in 6 North Dakota middle school girls has attempted suicide.
New Community Paramedic Program to Bridge Gaps in Rural Healthcare
Regional West Emergency Medical Services (EMS) has recently launched a community paramedic program designed to expand the role of the EMS team to help bridge the gaps in rural healthcare.
Emergency Department Remodel Unveiled at UnityPoint Health–St. Luke's
UnityPoint Health – St. Luke's unveiled the much-anticipated renovation of the St. Luke’s Emergency Department to donors and team members.