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.

Heart-healthy eating tips from an Allina Health cardiologist

[WCCO-TV, February 16, 2026] A cardiologist with Allina Health Minneapolis Heart Institute joined the WCCO-TV morning show to discuss heart healthy diets. Ian Hackett, MD, encouraged viewers to focus less on what they should avoid and more on adding foods that can support heart health. He recommends spending more time in the produce aisle to incorporate raw fruits and vegetables into meals and cooking with olive oil, instead of highly processed, refined oils. Watch his full interview below.

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September is National Spinal Cord Injury Awareness Month

[KARE11 News, September 21, 2024] As part of National Spinal Cord Injury awareness month, Jen Kelly, a Courage Kenny Rehabilitation Institute patient, sat down for an interview with KARE 11 News to talk about her recovery journey and the advances made in spinal cord injury treatment.

September 21, 2024

Baby Santiago helps Midwest Fetal Care Center highlight its 100th in utero fetoscopic spina bifida surgery

[KSTP TV, September 18, 2024] Three-month-old Santiago Portillo had his first surgery while he was still in his mother’s womb. It was the 100th surgery of its kind for the doctors at Midwest Fetal Center, a collaboration between Allina Health and Children’s Minnesota.

September 18, 2024

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Double trouble for allergy sufferers

[WCCO-TV News, September 16, 2024] An Allina Health allergist explains the two factors making fall allergies more severe than usual for some allergy sufferers.

September 16, 2024

Free exercise classes for people with Parkinson’s disease

[WCCO-TV News, September 16, 2024] Courage Kenny is offering free classes for people with Parkinson’s disease. An Allina Health physical therapist is working hard to make sure people know about the classes and why they are so beneficial.

September 16, 2024

Wheelchair football tournament comes to Minnesota

[KMSP-TV, September 15, 2024] Allina Health Courage Kenny Rehabilitation Institute and Move United hosted a USA Wheelchair Football League Tournament in Blaine.

September 15, 2024

Is it time to change how we talk to kids about substance abuse?

[Allina Health Newsroom, September 13, 2024] Allina Health received a $500,000 grant to combat substance abuse among children. Sydney Hobart is leading the team working on this program, and she explains how it will be different from past programs.

September 13, 2024

Warmer fall temperatures may bring bad news for allergy sufferers

[Axios Twin Cities, September 13, 2024] Autumns are getting warmer in Minnesota, according to Axios Twin Cities. The higher temperatures mean allergy sufferers will have to deal with their symptoms longer than usual. Allina Health allergist Pramod Kelkar, MD shares some solutions to help them cope.

September 13, 2024

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Season of change continues with garden harvest at Center for Mental Health & Addiction

[Allina Health Newsroom, September 12, 2024] When employees moved into the new Center for Mental Health & Addiction on the Mercy Hospital—Unity Campus this May, Kaite Anschutz surprised her team with a plot in a nearby community garden.

September 12, 2024

How Allina Health gives every employee a well-being assist

[Allina Health Newsroom, September 11, 2024] A live person with fast, accurate answers to important health and well-being questions. Now that’s a perk — available to every Allina Health employee and their families.

September 11, 2024

Are movie depictions of heart attacks making it harder for patients to recognize their own heart troubles?

[WCCO Radio, September 08, 2024] Allina Health Minneapolis Heart Institute researchers analyzed how the film industry portrays heart attacks on screen. They found moviemakers are contributing to misconceptions by missing the mark on representation.

September 08, 2024

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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.

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

New Ulm Medical Center offers several nursing, health care career scholarships

Scholarship applications are due by April 1, 2026

February 10, 2026

Allina Health Courage Kenny Rehabilitation hosts national wheelchair basketball tournament

Allina Health Courage Kenny Rehabilitation Institute hosts a National Wheelchair Basketball Association regional qualifier in Minnetonka Feb. 14–15.

February 09, 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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Cancer survivorship: Your journey begins the moment you’re diagnosed

Cancer survivorship starts at diagnosis, not after treatment. Learn about life during treatment, recovery, and survivorship care.

Posted February 9, 2026

Caring for yourself when current events feel heavy

Feelings of stress and anxiety can affect both emotional and physical wellbeing. Get support with these strategies and techniques to bring calm to your life.

Posted February 5, 2026

Be proactive to prevent falls

Falls aren’t inevitable with age. Learn why falls happen and get practical tips for home safety, balance and strength, footwear, and safer winter walking.

Posted February 2, 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: 612-388-1895612-388-1895

Erika Rasmussen
Senior Communications Consultant
erika.rasmussen@allina.com
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