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.

From stroke to father of the bride: Mark Hassenstab's recovery journey

[Allina Health Newsroom, July 31, 2026] Mark Hassenstab says his wife saved his life. She noticed the left side of his face drooping on what seemed like a typical Wednesday in October. Because of her quick action, Mark immediately sought medical attention. An ambulance transported him toAllina Health Brain and Spine Institute at United Hospital in St. Paul, where he received a lifesaving thrombectomy. He spent the next few weeks in intensive rehabilitation at Allina Health Courage Kenny Rehabilitation Institute working to overcome the effects of the stroke and preparing for an unforgettable day with the people he loves most.

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Why donate blood in the summer?

[Allina Health Newsroom, July 24, 2024] Allina Health and Minnesota United (MNUFC) teamed up to host a blood drive at Allianz Field in St. Paul to help raise awareness about the increased need for donors during the summer months.
July 24, 2024
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The best way to treat sunburn

[WCCO-TV News, July 22, 2024] Allina Health dermatologist Elizabeth Farhat, MD helped WCCO-TV with its Good Question Segment. Viewers wanted to know the best way to treat sunburn.
July 22, 2024
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What's the deal with compression socks?

[WCCO-TV News, July 22, 2024] Nedaa Skeik, MD, FACC is a vascular medicine specialist with Allina Health Minneapolis Heart Institute. He sat down for an interview with WCCO-TV to explain what compression socks are and how they work.
July 22, 2024
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How much do you know about the heart?

[WCCO Radio, July 21, 2024] Mario Goessl, MD, PhD joined WCCO Radio’s Health Hour to talk all things heart.
July 21, 2024
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A perfect day for wheelchair softball

[KSTP-TV News, July 20, 2024] Players from across the Midwest participated in the third annual Jerry Anderson Memorial Tournament in Brooklyn Park.
July 20, 2024
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Future EMTs receive free training thanks to scholarships

[Allina Health Newsroom, July 18, 2024] New Ulm Medical Center recently completed a course for community members to become trained as emergency management technicians (EMT). Allina Health New Ulm Medical Center, in partnership with Hobart and Charlotte Anderson Estate and others, offered scholarships to 27 people from nine communities in south central Minnesota.
July 18, 2024
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Why does hitting your funny bone hurt?

[WCCO-TV News, July 15, 2024] When a viewer reached out to a local television station's Good Question segment to ask why the funny bone isn’t so funny, the reporter called Allina Health to find an expert. L. Pearce McCarty, III, MD explains what the funny bone is, what it isn't and why there's so much pain when you hit that area of the elbow.
July 15, 2024
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Let's talk women's health

[WCCO Radio, July 14, 2024] Indy Lane, MD, Allina Health’s new vice president of Women’s Health, joined WCCO Radio's Health Hour discuss all thing women's health. She touched on everything from mammograms to bladder issues.
July 14, 2024
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EMS teams begin Collaboration with Cake

[WCCO-TV News, July 09, 2024] Allina Health EMS and Hennepin EMS joined forces to create the first Collaboration with Cake, an event geared toward building connection amongst EMS departments across the state.
July 09, 2024
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Allina Health psychologist discusses teens and mental health

[WCCO Radio, July 07, 2024] David Nathan, PsyD, LP, a psychologist with Allina Health, spent an hour talking about teens, their mental health and the impact of social media.
July 07, 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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Western Wisc. residents get expert heart care close to home

Allina Health Minneapolis Heart Institute expands services to Hudson, Wisc.
September 01, 2026
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Allina Health welcomes first patients to Richard M. Schulze Surgical and Critical Care Center at Abbott Northwestern Hospital

Allina Health welcomed the first patients to the Richard M. Schulze Surgical and Critical Care Center at Abbott Northwestern Hospital today, following a carefully coordinated transition involving clinicians, nurses and care team members throughout the hospital.
August 29, 2026
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Two Allina Health rural hospitals earn national Top 100 recognition

New Ulm Medical Center and River Falls Area Hospital demonstrate consistent, outstanding performance among critical access rural hospitals and garner Chartis' Top 100 designation once again.
August 11, 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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Tips to prepare for school transitions

Major transitions like a new school year can cause stress for kids, teens and parents. Use these back-to-school transition tips to help your child feel confident and prepared.

Posted August 17, 2026

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Urgent Care 101: Answers to the most commonly asked questions

Discover what urgent care can treat, the best time to visit and when you should head to the emergency room instead.

Posted August 6, 2026

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8 signs your teen may have a social media addiction

Social media can affect a teen's well-being. Learn the signs of unhealthy use and discover ways to encourage healthier screen habits.

Posted July 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