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11/02/2026

At 35, Ellen Grgurich faced Stage 2 triple-negative breast cancer head-on. Today, she’s cancer-free and sharing her story of courage, hope and healing.

Learn more: https://san.fo/4dvHGdG

11/01/2026

Rigley Bowar has been participating in Special Olympics activities since he was a youngster. Through it all, he has had the same primary care pediatrician, Dr. Jennifer Haggar. It has been a valuable partnership that demonstrates how important it is to know your doctor.

Read Rigley's story: https://bit.ly/4jM0g5m

10/31/2026

Have you aged off your parents' health insurance? If that's the case, it's time to enroll in your own plan.

Understanding words like deductible, coverage and out-of-pocket maximum are important, but so is finding a primary care doctor. Dr. Adrianna Moum at Sanford Health says that the hardest step is seeing the doctor for the first time. With each subsequent visit, the scariness of seeing a new provider will decrease.

For more tips, visit: https://bit.ly/3UjrINv

10/31/2026

Fall back not only means an hour of extra sleep, but it is also a perfect reminder for cooler weather safety hacks.

Jody Jordet with Sanford Health recommends not letting your car warm up in an attached garage, even if the door is open. Carbon monoxide poisoning can feel like the flu, with initial symptoms ranging from headaches to nausea.

Also remember to change out the batteries in the smoke and carbon monoxide detectors in your home. For more timely reminders, visit: https://bit.ly/4epjf2f

10/30/2026

Are you 50 or older?

These six vaccines can help you stay protected from preventable illness. Talk with your primary care provider to learn about which vaccines are right for you: https://san.fo/4zekycn

10/30/2026

Operating on a teddy bear might look like child’s play, but Dr. Joshua Knudson is doing it to demonstrate Sanford Bismarck's newest arrival: the DaVinci 5.

Learn more from KFYR-TV: https://san.fo/4yMuh8P

Going under the knife is never easy, but new tools at Sanford Bismarck are making surgery a little less invasive.

10/30/2026

Is hip pain limiting your lifestyle? It might be time for a hip replacement.

Learn more about joint replacements at Sanford Health: https://san.fo/4iLXVGy

10/30/2026

Supporting teen mental well-being has never been more important, and Sanford Fit is stepping up with a powerful new resource designed to meet teens where they are.

Developed with experts from Sanford Health, "What's on My Mind: A Teen's Guide to Thinking, Feeling, and Figuring Things Out," is a mental health workbook that gives teens a safe, approachable space to explore their emotions, practice evidence-informed coping strategies, and build confidence in caring for their mental wellness: https://san.fo/4s0UZbY

Online community survey responses are a key data set for the CHNA and provide insight into population health determinants, such as behavioral factors, environmental factors, socioeconomic factors, and access to quality healthcare. This data is used to help identify health priorities to build a healthier community.

Take the online Community Health Needs Assessment survey to help create a healthier community for all: https://san.fo/4jd1FSh

Sanford Fit offers a free workbook for teens called "What’s on My Mind: A Teen’s Guide to Thinking, Feeling, and Figuring Things Out."

10/29/2026

Social media can be a great way for teens and pre-teens to stay connected with friends, family and others with common interests in addition to playing a role in developing relationships, identities, coping strategies and beliefs.

Recent research from Pew Research Center (December 2025) found that 36% of teens use at least one of five major online platforms almost constantly.

"It's important to set boundaries for your children like you would with any other social interaction or situation," said Dene Hovet, associate behavioral health counselor for Sanford Health.

Read more about how to help kids mind their mental health on social media: https://san.fo/4eBTbAL

To ward off the worst effects of social media, we checked with a counselor about how teens and families can set healthy expectations online.

10/29/2026

Dr. Michelle Jorgensen from our Sanford Eating Disorders and Weight Management Center in Fargo joined On Call with the Prairie Doc last week to talk about eating disorders.

Watch the full episode to learn more about how to address this topic:

Beyond the Plate: Understanding and Treating Eating Disorders | Oct...