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. 

Allina Health employee's work highlights the importance of community connection

[New Ulm Journal, March 06, 2024] As the Community Benefit and Engagement Lead at New Ulm Medical Center, Jen Maurer has an incredible connection to the community. A local paper highlighted her work and its impact.
March 06, 2024

Never too early to start planning for pregnancy

[WCCO-TV News, March 06, 2024] If you know you want to become a parent, it’s never too early to start planning for pregnancy, according to Rachel Pilliod, MD an OB/GYN with Minnesota Perinatal Physicians and The Mother Baby Center.
March 06, 2024

Diagnosed at 35: Patient shares journey of early-onset colorectal cancer diagnosis

[Allina Health Newsroom, March 01, 2024] When Chris Rodriguez felt the pangs of a stomachache and constipation in 2023, he went to the doctor out of an abundance of caution. At 35 years old, he had no idea that months later he would be diagnosed with colorectal cancer.
March 01, 2024

Minneapolis ranks among the loneliest cities in America: Allina Health psychologist weighs in

[WCCO Radio, March 01, 2024] Minneapolis landed in the top 10 of America’s loneliest cities, according to the U.S. Chamber of Commerce. WCCO Radio wanted to know why. So, they turned to Allina Health psychologist David Nathan, PsyD LP for some answers.
March 01, 2024

Allina Health expert explains what happens when items get stuck in the lungs

[WCCO-TV News, February 27, 2024] Allina Health pulmonologist Andrew Stiehm, MD helped WCCO-TV answer a viewer question about what happens when food and drink go down the "wrong pipe."
February 27, 2024

AI-Driven Blood Sample Analysis Helps Transform Breast Cancer Care

[Targeted Oncology, February 27, 2024] Targeted Oncology featured groundbreaking cancer research happening at Allina Health Cancer Institute in partnership with Astrin Biosciences.
February 27, 2024

Heart check: Allina Health cardiologist urges people to pay attention to their hearts

[KMSP-TV Fox 9 News, February 19, 2024] Mario Goessl, MD, PhD of Allina Health Minneapolis Heart Institute wants people to pay attention to their hearts. He joined the co-founder of Rock from the Heart to discuss heart health.
February 19, 2024

Rock from the Heart: Allina Health cardiologist helps nonprofit advocate for heart health

[WCCO-TV News, February 19, 2024] Nishtha Sodhi, MD, FACC, the director of the Structural Heart and Valve Program at Allina Health Minneapolis Heart Institute, teamed up with a nonprofit organization called Rock from the Heart to spread the word about valvular heart disease.
February 19, 2024

'Support squad' uplifts coworker battling cancer

[Allina Health Newsroom, February 16, 2024] Kim Whitehead has worked for Allina Health for 20 years. To her teammates at the Allina Health Cottage Grove Clinic, she is the heart and soul of the place.
February 16, 2024

Allina Health employees jump into action for coworker in cardiac arrest

[Allina Health Newsroom, February 08, 2024] A member of Allina Health’s maintenance and operation’s team went into cardiac arrest on the job. Because of the quick action of his coworkers, he is alive today.
February 08, 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