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 expert shines a light on women’s health in midlife

[WCCO-TV, November 03, 2025] This week, women from across the region will come together in Minneapolis for The Change Summit—a full-day conference designed to spark meaningful conversations about midlife. The event features nationally recognized speakers and experts who will address topics ranging from personal growth to health and wellness.

One of the key discussions will focus on perimenopause and menopause, led by Indy Lane, MD, FACOG, head of Women’s Health at Allina Health. Dr. Lane will help guide attendees through the medical changes women experience during this life stage.

The summit is hosted by Let’s Talk Women, founded by Katie Hjelmstad Severt, who recently joined Dr. Lane on WCCO-TV to highlight the importance of open, informed conversations about women’s health in midlife.

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Falling back: What the end of Daylight Saving Time means for you

[WCCO Radio, November 02, 2025] The clocks have changed—but has your body? Discover how the end of Daylight Saving Time affects more than just your schedule.

November 02, 2025

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Allina Health makes gifts of time really count for volunteers

[Allina Newsroom, October 28, 2025] Volunteers want their time to be meaningful, and Allina Health has care team members working behind the scenes to make that happen. In this video, meet Cheryl Wright, RN, a patient care manager, and learn how she helps volunteers feel like part of the team.

October 28, 2025

How daylight saving impacts your sleep

[Fox 9 News, October 28, 2025] Daylight saving time ends Sunday, Nov. 2! That means you will be setting those clocks back an hour. Andrew Stiehm, MD, a sleep medicine physician with Allina Health, explains how the time change impacts your health.

October 28, 2025

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Do not forget about your lungs

[WCCO-TV News, October 20, 2025] Jesse Miller, MD, a pulmonologist with Allina Health explains why smoke from fires hundreds of miles away causes so many problems for your lungs.

October 20, 2025

“The best birthday present I never expected”: Jennifer’s stroke survival story at Allina Health Mercy Hospital

[Allina Newsroom, October 16, 2025] Just hours into her 52nd birthday, Jennifer of Coon Rapids woke up to a life-changing emergency — and a powerful reminder of how expert care can turn a crisis into a second chance.

October 16, 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.

Allina Health announces consolidation of labor and delivery services in southern Minnesota, closure of Faribault Birth Center

As part of a broader effort to strengthen and sustain rural health care services in southern Minnesota, Allina Health is announcing upcoming changes to labor and delivery, pediatric and surgical services at Faribault Medical Center.

November 06, 2025

Rheumatologist joins care team at Allina Health New Ulm Medical Center

A new rheumatologist has joined the care team at Allina Health New Ulm Medical Center.

November 06, 2025

Allina Health announces plan for Owatonna labor and delivery services

Allina Health is taking accelerated steps to maintain access to labor and delivery services in Owatonna. The changes follow Mayo Clinic Health System’s decision to end on-call labor and delivery coverage at Owatonna Hospital, effective Nov. 17.

October 30, 2025

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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Understanding heart failure and its treatments

Heart failure is a chronic condition, but it’s manageable with the right care. Discover treatments and lifestyle tips that can help you live better.

Posted October 30, 2025

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Do I have restless legs syndrome?

Discover how to identify restless leg symptoms and understand if those unusual leg sensations signal this condition is affecting your nights and sleep.

Posted October 24, 2025

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4 heart tests that diagnose heart conditions

Advances in cardiac imaging make it easier to detect underlying cardiac risks earlier. Explore common types of heart scans and what each shows about your heart.

Posted October 21, 2025

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