Allina Health Newsroom

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.

Breast cancer awareness starts with knowing your body

[Allina Health Newsroom, October 20, 2026] Triple-negative breast cancer is an aggressive form of breast cancer that accounts for about 15% of all breast cancer diagnoses.

Gina Bello was 33 when doctors diagnosed her with triple-negative breast cancer, several years younger than the recommended age for routine mammograms. Fortunately, she trusted what her body was telling her and sought care when she discovered a lump.

She joined Bronagh Murphy, MD, a breast oncologist with the Allina Health Cancer Institute, for an interview on KARE 11 to raise awareness about triple-negative breast cancer and encourage women to know their breasts and pay attention to changes.

Watch their interview below, and learn more about Allina Health's mobile mammography program. 

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How to handle the stress of the holidays

[WCCO-TV, November 30, 2024] Allina Health psychologist David Nathan, PsyD LP shares tips to help people find healthy ways to handle the stress that can come with the holiday season.
November 30, 2024
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Patient learns cancer care at Allina Health is a group effort

[Allina Health Newsroom, November 27, 2024] What he thought was a stomach bug from a trip abroad turned out to be a blessing in disguise for Tom Steller — and a tipoff to early-stage pancreatic cancer.
November 27, 2024
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The movement to remind men to take care of their health

[WCCO-TV, November 26, 2024] Allina Health’s Craig Bowron, MD breaks down the important tests and screenings men should consider as they work to prioritize their health.
November 26, 2024
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Understanding diabetes and its impact on the body

[WCCO-TV, November 25, 2024] November is recognized as Diabetes awareness month. Ryan Lofton, MD, FACOG, an OB/GYN with Allina Health’s Minnesota Perinatal Physicians helped educate WCCO-TV viewers about what diabetes is.
November 25, 2024
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Allina Health Uptown Clinic celebrates 40 years of serving patients

[MPR News, November 20, 2024] Allina Health Uptown Clinic, formerly called The Doctors, has been providing inclusive, affirming care since the mid-1980s when it was founded in response to the HIV/AIDS crisis.
November 25, 2024
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What is the difference between hospice, palliative and respite care?

[WCCO Radio, November 24, 2024] Hospice care, respite care and palliative care are all different types of care. Allina Health experts explain the differences.
November 24, 2024
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Wedum Residential Hospice staff fulfill a patient’s last wish

[Allina Health Newsroom, November 22, 2024] Hospice staff helped a patient fulfill her wish to attend her daughter's wedding.
November 22, 2024
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A love of sewing helps provide comfort to cancer patients

[New Ulm Journal, November 16, 2024] Gwen Mack's good deeds have earned her the tile of Lemon Drop Lady! She donates lemon drop candies and homemade therapeutic corn bags to cancer patients.
November 16, 2024
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Nine-year-old boy surprised with adaptive bike

[Allina Health Newsroom, November 15, 2024] 9-year-old Max received his own adaptive bike to take home, thanks to the staff at Courage Kenny Kids supported by the Buffalo Hospital Philanthropy Committee and the Allina Health Foundation. Watch to see Max receive his bike.
November 15, 2024
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Athlete, who lost his sight after a car accident, prepares to run his first marathon

[WCCO-TV, November 12, 2024] Mahesh Mathew is a Courage Kenny Rehabilitation Institute athlete. He has participated in a number of adaptive sports, but now he's training for a marathon.
November 12, 2024

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 Faribault Medical Center recognized by Vizient as 2026 Birnbaum Quality Leadership Top Performer

Allina Health Faribault Medical Center has been recognized as a top performer in the 2026 Bernard A. Birnbaum, MD, Quality Leadership Ranking by Vizient®.
October 12, 2026
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Allina Health Cancer Institute expands services to Edina

Patients can now get specialized care close to home.
September 22, 2026
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Allina Health responds to SEIU strike notices

Caring for our patients and care team members is Allina Health's top priority. We are disappointed that two SEIU-represented groups have chosen to strike.
September 10, 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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Seven ways to fight cancer from the kitchen

Healthy eating can help lower your risk of cancer. Try these seven simple tips to eat better and maintain a healthy weight.

Posted October 22, 2026

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The ultimate guide to pink eye

Learn about pink eye symptoms, treatment and common myths —including the differences between bacterial, viral and allergic pink eye—and when to get care.

Posted October 19, 2026

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Health benefits of goblin mode: Why doing less can be good for your well-being

Discover the health benefits of goblin mode, including reduced stress, better sleep, improved mood and burnout prevention. Learn when downtime helps and when it may be too much.

Posted October 14, 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