AGP Executive Report
Last update: 19 minutes agoSanford-North Memorial Merger: Sanford Health and North Memorial Health have signed a definitive deal to merge into a single nonprofit system, with Sanford’s CEO set to lead the combined organization and a planned $600M investment in North Memorial’s Robbinsdale and Maple Grove hospitals. Nursing Home Watch: CMS data highlights standout care in North Dakota—CHI Mercy Health of Valley City named a Top 20 critical access hospital for 2026, while St. Rose Care Center earned a 4-star Q1 2026 rating and Prince of Peace Care Center posted a 5-star overall rating in Dickey County. Miscarriage Access: A new JAMA study finds abortion bans are linked to fewer miscarriage treatment options, with more patients pushed toward less effective approaches. Public Safety/Facilities: Bismarck police are moving toward a nearly $98M headquarters replacement, citing outdated training and health risks from the current lead-heavy range. Local Health Leadership: Barnes County-County Health District named Meghan Velure as administrator. Sports (Health Angle): UND-bound WHL defenseman Carson Carels is among the latest major junior players heading to NCAA hockey under updated scholarship rules.
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