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2021 News Releases
2021 News Releases
12/31/2021
Work of HeArt honors workers at Allina Health vaccine hub
12/21/2021
Allina Health introduces new orthopedic robot at Mercy Hospital – Unity Campus
12/15/2021
Critical blood shortages prompt Allina Health to urge donations
12/14/2021
Allina Health taking appointments for new Eden Prairie clinic that brings primary care and heart care together
12/13/2021
“We’re heartbroken. We’re overwhelmed.”
12/07/2021
The Mother Baby Centers at Mercy and United recognized among best hospitals for maternity in the U.S.
12/02/2021
Allina Health statement on discovery of Omicron COVID-19 variant in Minnesota
12/01/2021
March of Dimes recognizes Allina Health providers for excellence in health care
11/10/2021
Allina Health and Red Cross encourage blood donations; highlight specific need for those with sickle cell disease
11/04/2021
Allina Health’s WestHealth Surgery Center #1 in Minnesota in Newsweek rankings
11/03/2021
Allina Health to begin offering COVID-19 vaccine for ages 5-11
11/02/2021
Allina Health’s Christine Moore promoted to Executive Vice President, Chief Human Resources and Administrative Officer
10/26/2021
District One Hospital to become Allina Health Faribault Medical Center
10/21/2021
Abbott Northwestern Hospital ranked highly in Newsweek’s World's Best Specialized Hospitals 2022
10/19/2021
Allina Health announces launch of comprehensive Cancer Institute
10/12/2021
Allina Health Cancer Institute announces integrated radiation oncology practice at United Hospital
10/07/2021
Change to Chill Week starts Oct.11
09/29/2021
Allina Health and Jaspr Health partner to reduce suicide in Minnesota
09/28/2021
Fall garage cleaning? Allina Health collecting would like those unused bikes for annual Free Bikes 4 Kidz MN donation drive
09/10/2021
Buffalo Hospital introduces Stryker joint replacement robot to region
09/09/2021
Dr. Penny Wheeler announces plan to retire as CEO of Allina Health at the end of 2021
08/24/2021
Allina Health’s Abbott Northwestern Hospital receives Environmental Excellence Award
08/16/2021
Allina Health announces new Paid Caregiver Leave
08/12/2021
Allina Health announces reopening of Allina Health Clinic - Buffalo Crossroads
08/11/2021
Allina Health’s Abbott Northwestern Hospital Director of Operations, Candice Washington named to 2021 Women in Business list
08/11/2021
Allina Health’s United Hospital Foundation welcomes seven new members to the board of directors
08/03/2021
Allina Health announces COVID-19 vaccine as a condition of employment
07/27/2021
Allina Health welcomes Hsieng Su, MD, as Senior Vice President and Chief Medical Executive
07/27/2021
Allina Health Hospitals three of the best in the Twin Cities, says U.S. News and World Report
07/13/2021
Allina Health announces partnership with Cedar to enhance the patient financial experience
07/08/2021
Allina Health providers and partners honored with Top Doctor’s designation
07/01/2021
Allina Health caregivers honored with DAISY Award for nursing excellence
06/24/2021
Allina Health announces mandatory influenza vaccination program
06/23/2021
Allina Health’s Courage Kenny Foundation welcomes 7 new members to board of directors
06/23/2021
Allina health hosting blood donations drives to reduce severe shortage
06/17/2021
Allina Health launches multimedia campaign highlighting digital care tools for patients and providers
06/08/2021
Allina Health partners with the WGH Group, Rice County Public Health, and HealthFinders to create Paving the Way
06/02/2021
Courage Kenny Rehabilitation Institute’s Celebration of Courage set for June 29
06/01/2021
Allina Health’s Minneapolis Anesthesia Partners group awarded SOAP Center of Excellence designation
06/01/2021
Allina Health flying Progressive Pride Flag for Pride Month
05/27/2021
Allina Health postpones May 29 community art installation event
05/24/2021
Lawrence Cho joins Allina Health as Senior Vice President, Chief Strategy & Growth Officer
05/17/2021
Allina Health’s Owatonna Hospital awarded 5 stars from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS)
05/17/2021
Allina Health’s Mercy Hospital awarded 5 stars from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS)
05/17/2021
Allina Health’s Buffalo Hospital awarded 5 stars from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS)
05/13/2021
Allina Health offers Pfizer COVID vaccine to everyone 12 to 15 years old
05/11/2021
MissionGO and Minnesota team transports world’s first human pancreas via unmanned aircraft
05/11/2021
Increased students’ needs amid pandemic expands Change to Chill School Partnership to 23 new schools
04/29/2021
Abbott Northwestern Hospital earns “A” for the Spring 2021 Leapfrog Safety Grade
04/28/2021
Buffalo Hospital named one of top 20 small community hospitals in the U.S.
04/28/2021
Allina Health named to IBM Watson Health 15 Top Health Systems List
04/27/2021
Allina Health offers COVID-19 vaccines to everyone 16 years and older
04/26/2021
Allina Health launches Hello4Health to help individuals increase social connections and build resilience
04/23/2021
Allina Health celebrates reaching one million volunteer-hours milestone
04/21/2021
Allina Health names Michael Johnston new South Market President
04/16/2021
Allina Health opens vaccine eligibility to all patients 50 and above with no medical conditions
04/13/2021
Free skin cancer screenings on Melanoma Monday, May 3
04/12/2021
Allina Health and HealthPartners announce new partnership
04/07/2021
Allina Health’s Courage Kenny Rehabilitation Institute hosts the Discover Abilities Virtual Expo
04/07/2021
Allina Health Cancer Institute opens Piper Breast Center at Mercy Hospital
03/30/2021
Allina Health names Jacqueline Thomas-Hall Vice President, Chief Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Officer
03/30/2021
Owatonna Hospital honored as 2021 Top 100 Rural & Community Hospital
03/30/2021
River Falls honored as 2021 Top 100 Critical Access Hospital
03/26/2021
Allina Health to expand vaccine eligibility to all patients 16 and older
03/24/2021
Allina Health’s Abbott Northwestern Hospital awarded Newsweek’s World’s Best Hospitals 2021 List
03/23/2021
Allina Health joins national CEO Action for Diversity & Inclusion
03/22/2021
New Ulm Medical Center honored as 2021 Top 100 Critical Access Hospital
03/19/2021
Allina Health statement on the increase in violence against AAPI community
03/10/2021
Allina Health completes 100th spine surgery with Mazor X spine robot
02/25/2021
Allina Health announces first new ambulatory surgery center as part of five-year strategic growth plan
02/24/2021
Cassia joins Allina Health and Presbyterian Homes in ownership of Genevive
02/17/2021
Allina Health thanks communities throughout Minnesota for #BuffaloStrong support
02/16/2021
Communities throughout Minnesota mark one-week observance of Buffalo Crossroads clinic attack
02/15/2021
Allina Health marks one-week observance of Buffalo Crossroads clinic attack
02/14/2021
Statement on behalf of Allina Health on the shooting at the Allina Health Clinic – Buffalo Crossroads
02/12/2021
Statement on behalf of Allina Health on the shooting at the Allina Health Buffalo Crossroads Clinic
02/11/2021
Statement from Allina Health on the shooting at the Allina Health Buffalo Crossroads Clinic
02/10/2021
Statement from Allina Health on the shooting at our Buffalo clinic
02/09/2021
Allina Health statement on the shooting at our Buffalo clinic
01/26/2021
Nursing and Health Care Career Scholarships available from New Ulm Medical Center Foundation
01/21/2021
The Mother Baby Center launches rebrand campaign focused on personalized care, reflecting diversity