Archives for May 2024

When it comes to stroke care, time is of the essence

[Allina Health Newsroom, May 30, 2024] Mike Gudim, 68, is proof that every second counts during a stroke. His wife, Martii, immediately called 911 when she noticed major trouble with his speech. The ambulance took Mike to Allina Health United Hospital, one of only 11 Minnesota hospitals designated as a Comprehensive Stroke Center.
May 30, 2024

Screen time and summer break

[WCCO-TV News, May 28, 2024] When it comes to kids and screen time, Allina Health psychologist David Nathan, PsyD, LP says do what works best for your family. However, Dr. Nathan says if you notice major changes in your child's behavior, you may want to take a closer look at their relationship with technology.
May 28, 2024

Allina Health Minneapolis Heart Institute cardiologist discusses innovative treatment for Tricuspid Regurgitation

[WCCO Radio, May 28, 2024] Allina Health Minneapolis Heart Institute cardiologist discusses innovative treatment for Tricuspid Regurgitation
May 28, 2024

Allina Health Courage Kenny Rehabilitation Institute celebrates volunteer wheelchair basketball coach

[Allina Health Newsroom, May 28, 2024] Coach Doug Dixon is hanging up his whistle after nearly three decades of volunteering as a wheelchair basketball coach, most recently with Courage Kenny Rehabilitation Institute. His players found the perfect way to thank him for how he's helped them on and off the court.
May 28, 2024

Drill time: Managing an airplane crash

[Allina Newsroom, May 27, 2024] As a part of Federal Aviation Administration guidelines, the Minneapolis-St. Paul (MSP) International Airport is required to test and update their emergency plan every three years. On May 8, our EMS team participated in a drill to test the plan.
May 27, 2024

Infectious disease specialist explains the COVID-19 FLiRT variant

[KSTP-TV News, May 21, 2024] With cases of the COVID-19 FLiRT variant on the rise, infectious disease specialist Frank Rhame, MD breaks down what people need to know about it.
May 21, 2024

Allina Health doctor explains why and when you should see a dermatologist

[WCCO Radio, May 19, 2024] Julie Schultz, MD, FAAD joined WCCO Radio to discuss all things dermatology.
May 19, 2024

Your common pregnancy questions answered

[WCCO-TV News, May 15, 2024] Rachel Pilliod, MD participated in an interview on WCCO-TV to help answer the common questions and myths that come with pregnancy.
May 15, 2024

Allina Health psychologist discusses how social media impacts teens and their understanding of mental health

[WCCO Radio, May 14, 2024] WCCO Radio interviewed an Allina Health psychologist about how social media is shaping the way teens understand mental health.
May 14, 2024

Air quality warnings caused by wildfires

[WCCO Radio, May 13, 2024] WCCO Radio interviewed Andrew Stiehm, MD, a pulmonologist with Allina Health, about the health effects of poor air quality.
May 13, 2024