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Allina Health Newsroom

This is where we share helpful health information, news about our hospitals and clinics and media reports featuring Allina Health team members as subject matter experts. You can also access our latest news releases and media contacts.

Recent news

See articles and videos featuring our patients and care team members, plus watch how Allina Health experts add context to health stories in local news reports.

Allina Health and Mortenson celebrate “topping off” of the Richard M. Schulze Surgical and Critical Care Center at Abbott Northwestern Hospital

[KMSP Fox 9 News, May 13, 2025] Allina Health held the “topping off” ceremony for the Richard M. Schulze Surgical and Critical Care Center at Abbott Northwestern Hospital. The event celebrates the final beam placement, marking the end of structural work on the building and a major milestone in the Abbott Northwestern Revitalization project.

Construction workers participated in a ceremonial signing of the final beam, as leaders discussed the project’s significance in the future care of the community. At ten stories tall and more than half a million square feet, the new building will feature future-flexible operating rooms to support emerging technology and tech-enabled patient rooms designed for accessibility and comfort.

Allina Health Foundation’s generous donors have made the Abbott Northwestern Hospital Revitalization project possible, including Richard M. Schulze who donated $25 million.

Abbott Northwestern Hospital has called Minneapolis home for more than 140 years. The Richard M. Schulze Surgical and Critical Care Center at Abbott Northwestern Hospital is scheduled to be open to patients in the fall of 2026. Watch video of the “topping off” ceremony below.


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U.S. Senator co-sponsors legislation to improve maternity care for moms and babies

[WCCO-TV, May 11, 2025] U.S. Senator Amy Klobuchar celebrated Mother’s Day by putting the spotlight on improving maternity care.
May 11, 2025
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Is the spring allergy season getting longer?

[WCCO Radio, May 08, 2025] Allina Health allergist Pramod Kelkar, MD, joined Vineeta Sawkar on WCCO Radio to discuss spring allergies.
May 08, 2025
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Cambridge woman experiences healing through late twin sister’s organ donation

[Allina Health Newsroom, May 06, 2025] Chloe Nelson suffered an injury when she fell out of a hunting stand and needed ankle surgery. She went to Allina Health Orthopedics for care. Her late twin sister was an organ donor, and the care team was able to use her donated bone to repair Chloe’s leg.
May 06, 2025
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Code Hope: A time for care team members to come together

[Allina Health Newsroom, May 02, 2025] Team members at St. Francis Regional Medical Center in Shakopee, jointly owned by Allina Health, Park Nicollet Health Services and Essentia Health, have come up with a way to ensure people who care for patients also take a moment to care for themselves.
May 01, 2025
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Preeclampsia and how it complicates pregnancy

[WCCO-TV News, April 30, 2025] Preeclampsia is a pregnancy complication that cause complications such as liver or liver failure, seizures or even death for the mother and child. Indy Lane, MD explains how preeclampsia can be detected early and managed.
April 30, 2025

News releases

When we’re making news, you can find details here. Read on to learn about the innovative ways we deliver expert care for people in Minnesota and western Wisconsin and celebrate inspiring milestones

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Allina Health earns Platinum Bell Seal for Workplace Mental Health

This is the third consecutive year it has received this distinction
May 15, 2025
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Allina Health Buffalo Hospital awards scholarships to future healthcare workers

Allina Health Buffalo Hospital awards scholarships to future healthcare workers
May 07, 2025
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Allina Health partners with Memorial Blood Centers

Memorial Blood Centers (MBC) is now the exclusive blood provider for Allina Health’s 12 hospital campuses across Minnesota and western Wisconsin.
May 01, 2025
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Explore our Healthy Set Go articles

Our Allina Health doctors and providers share information on health topics that matter to you.

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5 reasons you should wear a helmet

Wearing a helmet when biking is important for preventing head injuries, like concussions, and staying visible to others. Learn why wearing a helmet is important.

Posted May 5, 2025

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How to use acupressure points to fall asleep naturally

Acupressure helps calm your mind and relax your body so you can fall asleep quickly. Learn four pressure points that can help you get to sleep naturally.

Posted May 5, 2025

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How to get better sleep naturally with holistic methods

Quality sleep is vital, and most adults should get 7-9 hours of it every night. Learn about 7 natural ways to get high-quality shuteye on a regular basis.

Posted April 28, 2025
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Media contacts

Our media team is staffed by former reporters and producers. Reach out for help connecting to subject matter experts for your time-sensitive questions.

Jennifer Steingas
Public Relations Manager
jennifer.steingas@allina.com
Voice/Text: 612-388-1895

Erika Rasmussen
Senior Communications Consultant
erika.rasmussen@allina.com
Voice/text: 708-214-8464