USD’s Division of Health Affairs Drives Transformative Change Across South Dakota
From small towns to the most rural corners of the state, the University of South Dakota is delivering education, resources and support where they’re needed most.
Brand-New ICU Reveals Outdated Air Filtration Challenges
When the hospital opened its new intensive care unit, administrators proudly invited physicians and community leaders to tour the facility.
Black Hills Community Bank Awards Grant to Monument Health Foundation
Monument Health Foundation has received a $70,000 grant from Black Hills Community Bank through the Federal Home Loan Bank (FHLB) Member Impact Fund, furthering a longstanding partnership between the two organizations and supporting critical investments across the region.
Nurses Thought It Was Stress—Until Air Testing Changed Everything
The first complaint came during a night shift.
A nurse working in the hospital’s surgical recovery wing mentioned that she had been getting headaches halfway through her shift. A respiratory therapist said the air in that same hallway felt unusually “stuffy.”
Essentia Health to Host Joint Replacement Seminar in Fargo
Essentia Health on Tuesday, April 28, will host a seminar in Fargo highlighting available surgical options for joint replacement. If knee, hip or shoulder pain limits your mobility and quality of life, this event is designed to help you understand your options and take the next step toward relief.
Essentia Health 32nd Avenue Clinic Welcomes OB-GYN Practitioner Catherine Schumacher
Catherine Schumacher, an advanced practice registered nurse and certified nurse midwife in obstetrics and gynecology, is excited to join the Essentia Health-32nd Avenue Clinic.
Sanford Health to Highlight AI’s Impact on Health Care at Reuters Momentum AI Conference
Brad Reimer, chief technology and digital officer at Sanford Health, will join a panel discussion at Reuters Momentum AI Conference on April 28, in New York. The event convenes global executives to explore what will define AI leadership over the next decade and how organizations can translate rapid innovation into sustained enterprise value.
Sanford Fargo to Host Sports Physical Events for Student-Athletes
Sanford Health Fargo Orthopedics and Sports Medicineis offering sports physical events for student-athletes to complete their sports physicals for the 2026-2027 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.
North Dakota Announces $3.6 Million in Grants for Rural Health Transformation
The North Dakota Health and Human Services (HHS) today announced three new grant opportunities for rural communities. The grant opportunities include a Zero Hour Physical Education initiative, community gardens projects, and community-based walking programs.
CHI Health Invests $164.5 Million in Community Initiatives
CHI Health gave back more than $164.5 million in community benefits last fiscal year. The health system, comprising 30 hospitals, 200 clinics and more than 8,620 employees in Nebraska, Iowa, North Dakota and Minnesota, recently posted the CHI Health Community Impact Report 2025 on its website.
Sanford Bismarck Expands Gastroenterology Services With New Providers and Advanced Care
Sanford Health in Bismarck continues to expand its endoscopy services. A 15,000-square-foot addition opened last fall, and this spring new providers have been added to the team to enhance access to comprehensive digestive health services for patients across central and western North Dakota.
Lincoln Regional Center to Host 47th Annual Arbor Day Ceremony
On Thursday, April 23 at 1:30 p.m., the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) will plant trees at the Lincoln Regional Center (LRC) to memorialize and honor the legacy of past teammates who contributed to mental health treatment.
American Cancer Society Awards Transportation and Lodging Grant to Essentia Health
The Essentia Health Cancer Center in Fargo is honored to receive a $35,000 grant from the American Cancer Society (ACS) to help alleviate some of the financial burden for patients undergoing cancer treatment through transportation and lodging assistance.
Registration Now Open for 2026 Rural Health Leaders Conference
For a century, SDAHO has helped shape and strengthen healthcare across South Dakota’s communities. From small rural hospitals to long-term care providers, dedicated leaders have met challenges head-on, embraced innovation, and advanced care across the state.
Avera Receives Historic $35 Million Gift From Philanthropist B. Thomas Golisano to Advance Pediatric Care
Avera is proud to announce a historic $35 million gift from philanthropist, entrepreneur and child health advocate B. Thomas Golisano. This transformative contribution to the Tomorrow’s Promise Campaign supports pediatric care for the next generation. It is the largest single gift in Avera’s history. In recognition of Mr. Golisano’s investment, the new children’s hospital within the patient care tower at Avera McKennan will be named the Avera Golisano Children’s Hospital.
UNMC Interim Chancellor Davies to Host Pushup Challenge Supporting “For the Greater Good”
The University of Nebraska Medical Center Interim Chancellor H. Dele Davies, MD, will hold a pushup challenge to kick off this year’s University of Nebraska For the Greater Good giving day, which will be held from noon April 22 to noon April 23 to support students, programs, patient care, faculty, staff and health care professionals at UNMC and Nebraska Medicine.
American Cancer Society Awards Transportation and Lodging Grants to Monument Health
The American Cancer Society (ACS) has awarded up to $30,000 in grants to Monument Health Cancer Care Institute to help ease the burden for patients who experience challenges with the expense of transportation and lodging to get to their cancer related medical appointments.
MercyOne Genesis Woodhull Family Medicine Opens April 20; Ribbon-Cutting Set for May 1
MercyOne is excited to announce the opening of MercyOne Genesis Woodhull Family Medicine, 220 SW Fifth St., Woodhull, on Monday, April 20. This new location replaces the former MercyOne Genesis Alpha Family Medicine, located 4 miles away.
Starr’s Artwork Featured at CHI Health Good Samaritan
The Walkway Gallery at CHI Health Good Samaritan is hosting a new exhibit by Nebraska artist Chuck Starr. The display, which continues through July, features digital photography that combines modern techniques with the artist’s enduring love of the outdoors.
Lakes Regional Healthcare Celebrates Volunteer Week
Volunteers Week is from April 19-25, 2026, and Lakes Regional Healthcare (LRH) is celebrating and extending gratitude to the invaluable individuals who selflessly dedicate their time and talents to support the organization’s patients, visitors, and staff.