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.

Courage Kenny Athlete’s love of basketball sparks learning and connection

[KARE 11 News, April 03, 2026] A member of the Courage Kenny Rolling Jr. Rolling Timberwolves helped bring two basketball worlds together in St. Louis Park. In addition to playing on the Jr. Rolling Timberwolves, Lucas Dean serves as a team manager for the St. Louis Park girls basketball team.

Dean understands what it takes for the team to perform at its best on the court. Once a year, the players gain insight into his experience as an athlete by spending an entire practice playing wheelchair basketball, building awareness and appreciation for adaptive sports.

KARE 11 was there to capture the fun and the impact of experiencing wheelchair basketball firsthand. Watch the story below, and click here to learn more about adaptive programs, including wheelchair basketball, offered by Allina Health Courage Kenny Rehabilitation Institute.

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Allina Health hosts Minnesota National Guard Members for training

[WCCO-TV, January 31, 2025] The Allina Health Learning and Development team hosted more than a dozen members of the Minnesota Army National Guard at the Vanderboom Simulation Center.

January 31, 2025

Sometimes superheroes come in a pack

[Allina Health Newsroom, January 29, 2025] Ranger is a therapy dog who just completed his 500th visit to Mercy Hospital (both campuses). It turns out that he is part of a pack of volunteers bringing joy to the community.

January 29, 2025

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Abbott Northwestern Hospital revitalization project highlighted as city celebrates construction in Minneapolis

[KMSP-TV, January 28, 2025] The Abbott Northwestern Hospital campus revitalization is among the construction projects highlighted by the city of Minneapolis.

January 28, 2025

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ADHD and Autism: What are they?

[WCCO Radio, January 26, 2025] An Allina Health psychologist explains what ADHD and autism spectrum disorder are and how to manage symptoms.

January 26, 2025

Montana teen scores football college scholarship four months after hip surgery

[Allina Health Newsroom, January 23, 2025] A Montana teen traveled more than 1,000 miles from Helena, Montana, to Allina Health Orthopedics in Minneapolis, Minnesota, for a hip surgery that could possibly make or break his chances of getting a college scholarship.

January 23, 2025

Can you learn mental health lessons from 'Wicked'?

[KARE 11 News, January 23, 2025] Allina Health psychologist shares lessons he believes people can learn from watching 'Wicked,' the musical.

January 23, 2025

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Care Team Members help Lakeville students learn about careers in medicine

[Allina News, January 22, 2025] Seventeen Allina Health Care Team Members went on a "field trip" last Wednesday to help 8th grader students from Lakeville, Minn. schools learn what it is like to work in health care.

January 22, 2025

What to expect when you’re pregnant with multiples

[WCCO-TV News, January 22, 2025] Indy Lane, MD, who leads The Mother Baby Center, explained what you can expect when you’re expecting multiples on WCCO-TV.

January 22, 2025

Patient’s wife nominates Jill May, RN for CURE Extraordinary Healer Award

[Allina News, January 21, 2025] Being an oncology nurse navigator takes a special person. Read why Jill May, BSN, RN, OCN with Allina Health Cancer Institute (AHCI) in Minneapolis is all of these and more as evidenced by the CURE Extraordinary Healer award nomination she received last spring.

January 21, 2025

High number of influenza cases and other respiratory viruses continue to impact Minnesota

[KMSP Fox 9 News, January 19, 2025] Minnesota hospitals and clinics are dealing with an influx of patients as the region is hit with influenza, COVID and RSV cases.

January 19, 2025

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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 to Join Sutter Health, Creating Bold Vision for Nonprofit Healthcare

March 17, 2026

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Allina Health Buffalo Hospital expands its robotic surgical systems, bringing greater precision to many surgeries

Now patients can benefit from physicians trained on the da Vinci Xi system without having to travel to metro hospitals.

February 23, 2026

New Ulm Medical Center names Carisa Buegler as new president

Allina Health is pleased to share that Carisa Buegler has been named the new president of New Ulm Medical Center.

February 12, 2026

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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The one person every cancer patient should know about

A nurse navigator helps cancer patients navigate diagnosis and treatment, coordinate care, access resources and receive whole-person support.

Posted March 30, 2026

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Practical ways to prevent neck and spine pain or injury

To protect your neck and spine from injury, focus on small daily habits like maintaining healthy posture, strengthening supporting muscles and protecting yourself when moving your body.

Posted March 27, 2026

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Understanding AFib: What your heart is telling you

Learn what atrial fibrillation (AFib) is, common symptoms and risks, treatment options and how most people live well with proper care.

Posted March 25, 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
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Senior Communications Consultant
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