Meet a Colorado trucker who was twice-blessed. First he met a Good Samaritan who saw his need and helped. Second he arrived at MeritCare Emergency Center, where heart attack patients travel the fast lane to lifesaving care. Read More
Thinking about holiday baking projects with your kids? Take a tip from first-grader Maddie Amundson: Always use sprinkles! And there's another important ingredient, too. Read More
Jason and Tiffany Anderson hold up a pair of men's denim shorts – size 58. Jason used to wear them. Today both fit into them, one in each leg. How did they do it? Read More
Priscilla Linghor knows the fragility of life. One minute she was driving a pickup with her grandson next to her, the next she was on the scene of a devastating motorcycle crash that took her husband. Could any good come from this tragedy? Read More
NASCAR racer Natalie Sather wheels around the racetrack, driving to win. And when she visits kids at MeritCare Children's Hospital? She gains smiles and speeds healing. Read More
Dawn Standera weaves knots together to create intricate works of beauty. But could anything untangle the decade-old knot that held her life in a dizzying snare? Read More
Sara and Chad Vandrovec grew up in Fargo, went their separate ways for college, fell in love during their residencies, and found their way back to Fargo. Read More
They search out clues, track down culprits and solve mysteries. But these sleuths don't fight crime. Meet MeritCare's infectious disease specialists – the team you want working for you, especially this flu season. Read More
"Trick or treat!" says the Optimus Prime Transformer standing on your front step. Next to him stands a shy witch not even three feet tall. Meet Ben and Siena Newland, a Halloween duo with a message of safety. Read More
A spinal cord tumor, cancer, sudden cardiac death, intensive back surgery, and premature twins. What do all of these have in common? They all have received well wishes from family and friends through CaringBridge. Read More
"Grandma, this would be perfect!" says the 9-year-old girl, pointing to a royal blue balloon with the message, "Get Well Grandpa." At MeritCare Gifts, you'll find the perfect gift – and the perfect getaway, too. Come on in! Read More
Jodie Waclaw is newly cancer-free thanks to the diagnosis and family-style care she received at MeritCare Roger Maris Cancer Center. This year, she is the honorary chairperson of the Roger Maris 61for61 cancer event being held September 24-26, and she couldn't be more excited. Read More
Darin and Michele Kuzel tried dieting and exercise but only when those techniques were accompanied by weight-loss surgery did their lives truly change. Now health abounds. Read More
Nicole Names took precautions. She knew her family history made cancer a concern. She started having mammograms early and went in for genetic testing… where the doctor unexpectedly found a lump. Read More
You don't even want to imagine it – a 14-year-old losing her life to cancer. Or a mother giving birth to a fatally-ill newborn. Is there anything a hospital can do to bring added comfort and care during such a difficult time? Read More
An accomplished quilter, Cindy Hansen knows the secret to turning pieces of fabric into works of art. But when faced with a health problem, could she unravel the mystery and stitch together a solution that worked? Read More
A swollen left tonsil took Mary Conway to the doctor, but the thought of tonsillectomy scared her off. Then her friend and coworker Char Halle urged her to reconsider. If Mary hadn't listened, her unconfirmed cancer may have spread. Read More
As MeritCare and Sanford continue to explore the potential of combining organizations, one important step is hearing from you. Both MeritCare and Sanford pride themselves on our patient focused care, so hearing your thoughts can provide us with valuable insights. Dr. Roger Gilbertson, President/CEO, answers your questions on the potential Sanford-MeritCare Health System. Read More
To do something nice for sick kids, cancer survivor Hudson Francis and his sister came up with an idea that "tops" them all. Read More
There in the corner on the floor is a simple cardboard box with a yellow sign that says "Deposit old and used eyeglasses here." You peek inside and see glasses of all kinds, even sunglasses. Who will get them? What difference will they make? Read More
Not even a painful, slow-healing ankle wound could stop Rolene Davis. But stopping was exactly what was needed. Who could convince this tough-minded northwoods woman? Could a young surgeon make a difference? Read More
While others tuned into the radio, TV or Internet for daily flood reports, Gail Schober and Julie Nellermoe simply looked out their windows. They and their entire neighborhood joined forces to beat back the flood of 2009. Read More
Remember your first airplane ride? By the ripe old age of 13 days, twins Adam and Bradley Morse of Bagley, Minn., had already flown not once, but twice. "It's a truly remarkable story," says their mom. Read More
At MeritCare, breast cancer patients can be sure they are getting focused, multi-disciplinary care from a team of medical personnel. A team of dedicated medical professionals from a variety of specialties has been working hard to ensure that MeritCare breast health patients are getting the best care possible. This group has been so successful that they just received a major national accreditation recognizing their work. Read More
Not so long ago, the only kind of shoes Bob Hamel bought were the kind with Velcro fasteners so he wouldn't have to bend over. At 289 pounds, he couldn't do it. Today he laces up his shoes for his daily five-mile run. Read More
When your family needs care, you need options. Whether it's seeing your family doctor, visiting your child's pediatrician, swinging by FastTrack or heading to the South University or Children's Walk-in Clinic, we have the options you need. Read More
Your heart beats fast as you listen in disbelief. Perhaps it's a devastating diagnosis, word of a tragic accident or details of a difficult medical decision. How will you get through this? Where will you find strength? Call on MeritCare Spiritual Care. Read More
Jan Wigen could pass off her fatigue and shortness of breath to her busy day. When her "heartburn" got worse, her doctor wanted to investigate. A few days later, Jan had triple bypass heart surgery. Luckily for Jan, all she needed for her heart health was at MeritCare. Read More
The Black Cat, a dark night and a wicked fall. Sound like the perfect set-up for a horror film? Sherryl Hansen of Thief River Falls, Minn., experienced a happy ending at her local emergency room. Read More
Dr. Augusto Alonto and the other doctors at MeritCare Infectious Disease are preparing themselves and all MeritCare staff for H1N1 flu (swine flu) by studying and sharing information that will keep patients protected and cared for. Read More
With the addition of five mental health clinicians, the mental health department at MeritCare Thief River Falls Northwest Medical Center is readily available when your mental health feels a little overburdened. Read More
People with kidney failure face enormous challenges: special diets, medications and dialysis treatments to keep them alive. In Thief River Falls, Minn., one dream made all the difference for dialysis patients. Read More
Combine four cryopreserve tanks of frozen embryos and sperm and fifteen women in the final stage of in vitro fertilization. Add rising Red River and the MeritCare Reproductive Medicine Clinic in a low-lying area. The mix demanded wise choices and helped a neighborhood stand together. Read More
Matthew Garberg, the 2009 Children's Miracle Network Champion, is a fine example of the lifesaving care offered at the MeritCare Children's Hospital and Clinics. When MeritCare ended its Centennial year, we asked Matt to write a letter to the future that would be placed in a time capsule. Here's what he said. Read More
Led by Board Chair Ellen Earle-Chaffee, MeritCare's Board of Trustees guides the health system to meet patient needs and will select MeritCare's next chief executive officer. Read More
What color are your eyes? What's the shape of your ears? Are you balding? Of course genetics influence your looks, but how about your health? Today we know more than ever. Read about medical genetics, MeritCare's newest specialty… Read More
Dave Backlund found his passion at age 48 – now he can't stop. Dave ran last year's Fargo Marathon in 3:50 and aims for 3:30 in this year's – a time that would qualify him for the Boston Marathon. His drive and intensity along with his trainer at MeritCare Lifelong Fitness will help him meet that goal. Read More
High flood waters, an airlifted evacuation and a life in the balance. It was no easy start for Danielle Littlefield's son. MeritCare's Neonatal Intensive Care Nursery rose to the challenge. Read More
The flood of 2009 brought many courageous acts: filling sandbags, bracing dikes and operating pumps. MeritCare as well created a plan to protect patients and employees. As the water levels quickly rose, MeritCare effectively relocated 180 patients. Read More
You didn't ask to have an ongoing health problem – heart disease, lung disease, arthritis, diabetes or any other. But now you do and it affects your everyday life. Will things ever get better? Help is available and it's free. Read More
For Jim and Helen Bastian of Fargo, "Use it or lose it" is a way of life. Discover the difference exercise can make – no matter what your age. Read More
Diagnosed with a fast-growing and unusual cancer, Mike Pelton of Bemidji, Minn., was ready to drive hundreds of miles for treatment. Imagine his surprise when he discovered world-class care in his own backyard … Read More
What would you do if you knew someone's last wish? How far would you go to make it come true? For a nurse at MeritCare Southpointe Family Medicine, the sky was the limit… Read More
While one family grieves the tragic loss of a loved one, another rejoices at the chance for new life. Organ donation makes a profound, lasting difference. Meet the Bardwells and learn how love never dies. Read More
When Linda Schneider was facing knee replacement surgery, she relied on a saintly resource: MeritCare parish nurse Cheryl Hovland. Read More
Nobody plans to have a heart attack. But if you did, find out how a heart blockage can be cleared in as little as 31 minutes at MeritCare Heart Center. We're connected so you don't skip a beat. Read More
Twenty-some dialects and you don't know any of them. Homes with no electricity or running water. One-lane dirt roads leading to makeshift clinics. Ready to sign up? Meet a traveling surgical team and experience another world … Read More
They have one simple rule: If you can't have fun, don't show up. Who are they? What do they do? Meet the special group that adds warmth and cheer to MeritCare's northernmost hospital… Read More
Unconscious. No breathing. No heartbeat. When the 9-1-1 call came in, Terry Olson's future looked grim. Find out how this card player won with the worst hand ever dealt. Read More
Every expectant parent hopes for a routine miracle – a healthy baby. But for Lucy Leno, a rare birth complication put her at risk for permanent brain damage. Fast action and "Cool Cap" to the rescue… Read More
The deck was stacked against him. Born four months early and weighing barely over a pound, could this tiny, fragile boy survive? And if he survived, what obstacles would he face? Meet Matt Garberg, energetic third-grader and 2009 Children's Miracle Network Champion. Read More
It was a Sunday afternoon and Joy Snyder's son Gavin was still not feeling well. After a few days of feeling ill and with his symptoms getting worse, Joy decided to take her son in to be checked. With a FastTrack clinic close to her home, Joy opted for the easy access and convenience this option provided. Read More
A hysterectomy will relieve your troublesome symptoms of bleeding and pain, but do you really want to go through six weeks of recovery? Now a new minimally invasive option can get you back to your active life in just one week to two weeks. Read More
Chest pain, nausea, shortness of breath – you know them as warning signs of a possible heart attack. Leonard Joppa knew them, too, but they never appeared. He was just sitting in his recliner, relaxing at home with his family… Read More
Zeann Linder chalked it up to aging. Didn't everyone in their 50s fight fatigue, carry extra pounds, lose strength? Today, wearing size 8 jeans and moving with boundless energy, 56-year-old Zeann shares her secret… Read More
The beat of your heart, the depth of your breathing, the rate of your pulse… these vital signs are easily heard by your doctor. But what happens when it's time to hear you – your concerns, your questions, your worries? Feeling heard is just as vital. Read More
Alison Toay at fourteen months has lived a life without many "uh-ohs" thanks to a solid start at the MeritCare Family Birth Center. Read More
Knowing cancer statistics, Kris Webb's diagnosis wasn't surprising, but a new five-day treatment did surprise. Read More
You've heard about the woman who swallowed a fly. Have you heard about Jack Oien who swallowed a coin? Read More
Diagnosed with multiple sclerosis at age 28, Jennifer takes nothing in her life for granted. Read More
As a nurse, Darlene Mueller knew the symptoms of a heart attack., but she didn't recognize her own as she left on vacation. Read More
Vickie Buskirk participated in a new test for herself and her patients. The results were surprising. Read More
John Dobbs sings, plays trumpet, travels, exercises, and works. When he felt chest pain, he, of course, took action. Read More
Gwen Lybeck resigned herself to a life of pain. Following treatment at the Pain Management Clinic, she's active and energized. Read More
Planning the Scandinavian Hjemkomst Festival, Claudia Pratt didn't have time for traditional breast cancer therapy. Read More
An early diagnosis allowed Patty Jackson to choose a cancer treatment that fit her business schedule. Read More
On the most important day in their lives, the Streifel family chose the MeritCare Family Birth Center. Read More
Emily Campbell found cancer to be the best and worst of times, between caring support and grueling side effects. Read More
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