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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 expert discusses sunscreen options

[WCCO-TV News, May 22, 2026] It’s time to talk about sunscreen. It plays an important role in protecting your skin from harmful UV rays. Minnesota has the second-highest rate of melanoma — the deadliest form of skin cancer — in the country.

Allina Health dermatologist Elizabeth Farhat, MD, appeared live on WCCO-TV to discuss sunscreen options. She explained the differences between chemical and mineral sunscreens and who may benefit from each type.


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Minnesota doctor shares update months after devastating fall caused paralysis

[WCCO-TV News, May 16, 2025] After a 300-foot fall in Switzerland left her paralyzed, a Minnesota doctor has been recovering with the help of Courage Kenny Rehabilitation Institute. She shared what progress looks like for her.
May 16, 2025
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Allina Health is first in Twin Cities to use new device for stroke patients

[WCCO-TV News, May 16, 2025] Allina Health is the first in the Twin Cities area to use Vivistim, an implant that provides electrical stimulation to help stroke patients regain mobility in the upper extremities.
May 16, 2025
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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.
May 13, 2025
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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
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Allina Health Minneapolis Heart Institute patient receives needed care thanks to clinical trials

[Allina Health Newsroom, April 29, 2025] When Gloria Cullen needed medical treatment for her leaky heart valve and congestive heart failure, she turned to the Allina Health Minneapolis Heart Institute and Paul Sorajja, MD, an interventional cardiologist and director for the Center for Valve and Structural Heart Disease.
April 29, 2025
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May is melanoma and skin cancer awareness month

[Fox 9 KMSP-TV, April 28, 2025] Allina Health dermatologist Julie Schultz, MD, FAAD shares tips to help people protect their skin and decrease their chances of developing skin cancers such as melanoma.
April 28, 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 and Sutter Health Sign Definitive Agreement, Taking Next Step in Advancing Shared Vision

Allina Health and Sutter Health announced today that they have approved a definitive agreement, taking the next step toward their shared goal of creating an integrated nonprofit health system.
May 21, 2026
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Owatonna Hospital Auxiliary awards $25,000 in scholarships

Owatonna Hospital Auxiliary awards $25,000 in scholarships; raises $21,500 for next year’s scholarships during its annual Festival of Tables event.
May 14, 2026
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Allina Health awarded Mental Health of America Platinum Bell Seal for Workplace Mental Health

Allina Health is proud to announce it has been awarded a 2026 Platinum Bell Seal for Workplace Mental Health, the nation’s top recognition for U.S. employers committed to creating mentally healthy workplaces. This is the fourth consecutive year Allina Health has received this honor.
May 05, 2026
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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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Powered by protein: Easy ways to fuel your day

Learn simple ways to meet your daily protein needs with our guide to protein-rich foods and snacks. Fuel your day and feel full longer with these easy tips.

Posted May 11, 2026

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Understanding perimenopause, menopause and hormone therapy

Learn what hormone therapy (HRT) is, who it is for, and how it helps relieve perimenopause and menopause symptoms using the lowest effective dose.

Posted May 7, 2026

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Understanding blood pressure: What your numbers mean

Understand blood pressure and what systolic and diastolic numbers mean. Learn what high BP readings signal for health risks and when to see a doctor.

Posted April 28, 2026
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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