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 shares All Together Better Magazine, fall 2025 edition

[Allina Newsroom, December 11, 2025] All Together Better Magazine is our quarterly collection of stories showcasing the Allina Health vision. Articles and videos highlight patient care, volunteer service and collaborative solutions to local health care challenges.

In this edition:

Discover a program that’s creating career paths for neighbors near the Abbott Northwestern Hospital campus revitalization project.
Meet a Minneapolis woman whose willingness to join a clinical trial for triple-negative breast cancer led to what her doctor calls “the best possible outcome.”
Tag along with a volunteer to see how Allina Health supports people who give the gift of time.

Read the magazine and share what inspires you with family and friends.

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Courage Kenny Rehabilitation Institute hosts open house for fitness studio

[Allina Health Newsroom, September 26, 2025] Allina Health Courage Kenny Rehabilitation Institute unveiled a new group fitness space on the second floor of its facility. This inclusive studio provides an option for people of varying abilities to participate in group fitness.

September 26, 2025

New Allina Health provider emphasizes the importance of cancer prevention

[Faribault Daily News, September 26, 2025] Kathryn Schwalbe, DO, is a general surgeon at Allina Health proudly serving the community where she grew up.

September 26, 2025

Allina Health cardiologist explains new high blood pressure guidelines

[WCCO-TV News, September 26, 2025] Retu Saxena, MD, a cardiologist with Allina Health Minneapolis Heart Institute, explains the new high blood pressure guidelines and how they can help decrease the risk for stroke and heart disease.

September 26, 2025

High blood pressure impacts more than one billion people around the world

[Fox 9 News, September 24, 2025] The World Health Organization says many of the more than one billion people around the world who live with high blood pressure do not have it under control. Michael Miedema, MD, director of cardiovascular prevention with Allina Health Minneapolis Heart Institute, explains how high blood pressure can be silent and deadly.

September 24, 2025

Understanding prostate cancer and the importance of screenings

[KARE 11 News, September 24, 2025] Badrinath Konety, MD, president of Allina Health Cancer Institute, explains the importance of prostate cancer screenings and shared decision making between doctors and patients.

September 24, 2025

From life support to stroke warrior: Andover woman shares her journey of recovery

[Allina Health Newsroom, September 22, 2025] Mindy Tosel-Waddell, 55, was placed on comfort care with friends and family preparing for her death, when one day she opened her eyes and began talking to her doctor. Now she's sharing her story of living as a stroke warrior.

September 22, 2025

Allina Health Minneapolis Heart Institute receives 2025 Catalyst Award

[Allina Health Newsroom, September 19, 2025] Allina Health Minneapolis Heart Institute has been honored with the Revenue Excellence Award at the 2025 Catalyst Awards, presented by Health Catalyst at the Health Catalyst Analytics Summit in Salt Lake City.

September 19, 2025

18-year-old stroke survivor: ‘I felt trapped in my own body’

[Allina Health Newsroom, September 18, 2025] An AI stroke tool guided by expert care led to a quick diagnosis and recovery for a young stroke patient.

September 18, 2025

Healing across borders: Allina Health care team members take part in transformative medical mission

[Allina Newsroom, September 15, 2025]

September 15, 2025

A nurse ally in Carol’s cancer battle

[Allina Health Newsroom, September 11, 2025] When Carol started her cancer battle, she got an ally who was “always at the ready to take care of things.” Read about how Allina Health Cancer Institute oncology nurse navigators, like Jessica, support patients like Carol.

September 11, 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.

Allina Health EMT honored with national Red Cross Award

The American Red Cross honors an Allina Health EMT for the quick decision that helped save a life.

December 05, 2025

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Allina Health Faribault Medical Center re-designated as Acute Stroke Ready Hospital

Allina Health Faribault Medical Center has once again received the designation of Acute Stroke Ready Hospital by the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH), as part of their Minnesota Stroke System.

November 24, 2025

Allina Health Minneapolis Heart Institute and Minneapolis Heart Institute Foundation earn international recognition for cardiovascular research excellence

November 20, 2025

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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Histotripsy: A revolutionary non-invasive treatment for liver cancer

Learn about a breakthrough cancer treatment for liver tumors, available in Minneapolis - a non-invasive therapy using focused ultrasound to destroy tumors.

Posted November 25, 2025

The truth about menopause: Debunking 9 myths

Menopause doesn’t have to be a mystery. Empower yourself with the truth about this life stage and the impact on your health.

Posted November 17, 2025

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6 signs a child is experiencing emotional distress

It can be difficult to tell typical behavior from signs of mental distress in children. Get expert advice on supporting mental health and when to seek help from a primary care provider.

Posted November 13, 2025

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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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jennifer.steingas@allina.com
Voice/Text: 612-388-1895612-388-1895

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