Sanford Health and Good Samaritan Leaders Recognized on Becker’s Chief Nursing Officers to Know List
Becker’s Hospital Review has named six leaders from Sanford Health and Good Samaritan to its most recent list of hospital and health system chief nursing officers to know.
Augustin Honored as Mary Lanning Healthcare Employee of the Year
One of the first faces patients see at the Morrison Cancer Center is Patient Representative Lori Augustin. Recently, Lori was honored as the Mary Lanning Healthcare 2025 Employee of the Year for her outstanding work with patients and their families.
Community Gathers to Raise Awareness for Heart Disease
More than 300 community members gathered at the Canopy Hotel in downtown Sioux Falls on January 30 for the Sioux Falls Go Red for Women Experience, hosted by the American Heart Association.
Williams County Reports One Measles Case
The North Dakota Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is reporting one confirmed case of measles in Williams County. This is the first measles case reported in North Dakota in 2026.
First Pediatric Influenza Death Reported in Nebraska
The first pediatric influenza (flu)-related death in Nebraska has been reported to the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) for the 2025 to 2026 season.
Nebraska Medicine Introduces New Chair of Women’s Health
When Sarosh Rana, MD, MPH, FACOG, stepped into her new role as the University of Nebraska Medical Center’s chair of obstetrics and gynecology, she did so with a clear sense of urgency — and a proven record of translating urgency into action.
Regional Medical Center Invites Photo Submissions for Artwork Display Program
Regional Medical Center (RMC) is excited to announce the launch of its new online submission form for the Featured Artwork Program. This initiative invites local photographers, from hobbyists to professionals, to submit their work for a chance to be displayed within their facility and clinics.
Macy Reichmuth Honored With Service Over Self Award
Columbus Community Hospital is proud to recognize Macy Reichmuth, RN, BSN, as its fourth-quarter Service Over Self Award recipient.
Sanford Bismarck Clinic Director Selected for Becky Nelson Leadership Fellowship
Ashley Herauf, clinic director at Sanford Health in Bismarck has been chosen for the Becky Nelson Leadership Fellowship, which was created to honor Becky Nelson’s many years of dedicated service to Sanford Health.
Freeman Regional Health Services Honors Dr. Jay Allison for Outstanding Patient Experience
Freeman Regional Health Services is proud to recognize Dr. Jay Allison for earning national recognition for excellence in patient care. For the most recent quarter, Dr. Allison ranked among the top 10% of providers in his specialty nationwide in the Press Ganey database for percentile ranking scores on the AMG Medical Practice Survey.
University of Nebraska Medical Center Expands Nursing Partnership With the University of Nebraska at Omaha
The University of Nebraska Medical Center’s College of Nursing and the University of Nebraska at Omaha’s College of Arts & Sciences will collaborate on an early admission pathway for pre-nursing students at UNO.
Health Care Scholarship Application Dates Announced by MercyOne Clinton Foundation
MercyOne Clinton Foundation is accepting health care scholarship applications for the 2026-2027 academic year. The foundation offers scholarships ranging from $250 to $1,500 to people interested in pursuing a career in health care.
Doyle Honored With Avera Queen of Peace Hospital DAISY Award
Avera Queen of Peace Hospital is pleased to announce that Mary Doyle, RN is the most recent recipient of its quarterly nurse recognition program called the DAISY Award.
Unity Medical Center Introduces Preventive Health and Wellness Outreach Program
Unity Medical Center is proud to announce the launch of a new quality improvement initiative focused on strengthening preventive health and wellness in our community.
A Century Strong: From the SDAHO Vault – The Beginning
THE BEGINNING — SDHA’s First Annual Convention (1927)
As SDAHO continues its year-long celebration of 100 years, our Century Strong: From the SDAHO Vault series takes a look back at the people, places, and moments that shaped our Association. This month, we revisit the very beginning: the first Annual Convention of the South Dakota Hospital Association (SDHA), held on May 2, 1927, at the Marvin Hughitt Hotel in Huron, South Dakota.
Rural Health Funding Awards Announced Through Iowa Healthy Hometowns Project
Gov. Kim Reynolds and the Iowa Department of Health and Human Services announced this afternoon more than $78.6 million in new funding awards through two competitive grants under the Iowa Healthy Hometowns Project, part of the federal CMS Rural Health Transformation Program. Iowa is the first state in the nation to award funding under this program.
Essentia Health to Develop Family Medicine Clinic in Downtown Moorhead
As Moorhead continues to grow, Essentia Health is excited to announce plans for a new family medicine clinic in downtown Moorhead. The clinic will expand care options for patients in the nearby neighborhood and improve access to primary care for the broader Moorhead community. Moorhead council member Lisa Borgen and Downtown Moorhead, Inc. President Matt Leiseth joined Essentia Health leaders on Friday to celebrate the announcement at the site of the future clinic, the former Wells Fargo building at 730 Center Ave.
Rapid City Medical Center and Monument Health Sign Letter of Intent
Rapid City Medical Center and Monument Health announced today that they have signed a Letter of Intent (LOI) for Rapid City Medical Center to join Monument Health. Under the LOI, the parties will perform further due diligence with the intention to sign definitive agreements and close on the transaction later this spring.
New Radiation Oncologist Joins UnityPoint Health–St. Luke’s June E. Nylen Cancer Center
UnityPoint Health – St. Luke’s June E. Nylen Cancer Center is excited to announce that August Anderson, MD, has joined its team of providers as a radiation oncologist.
Essentia Health–Fargo Welcomes Hospitalist Provider Madina Ismail
Essentia Health-Fargo is proud to welcome Madina Ismail, an advanced practice registered nurse and certified nurse practitioner who will provide hospitalist care.