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.

Why sleep is so important to your heart health

[WCCO Radio, April 05, 2026] An extra 11 minutes of sleep a day can improve heart health, according to a study recently published in the European Journal of Preventive Cardiology. Getting that additional sleep, however, may not be as easy as it sounds.

Andrew Stiehm, MD, a sleep medicine specialist with Allina Health, was interviewed on WCCO Radio to discuss the importance of sleep, how it affects overall health and tips for starting the journey to better sleep. Listen to the interview below. (Fast-forward eight minutes to hear Dr. Stiehm’s interview.)

Allina Health psychologist breaks down the pros and cons of playing fantasy sports

[WCCO-TV News, October 17, 2023] Allina Health psychologist breaks down the pros and cons of playing fantasy sports
October 17, 2023

Allina Health surgical oncologist answers questions about breast cancer care developments

[Minnesota Monthly, October 17, 2023] Allina Health surgical oncologist answers questions about breast cancer care developments
October 17, 2023

Celebrating 35 years in the St. Croix Valley

[Allina Health Newsroom, October 16, 2023] On October 16th, 1988, Courage Center opened its Stillwater location under the name Courage St. Croix. This new location offered a warm water pool for recreation as well as therapy use, changing the lives of clients with disabilities.
October 16, 2023

Allina Health infectious disease physician talks COVID and flu season

[WCCO-TV News, October 16, 2023] Allina Health infectious disease physician talks COVID and flu season
October 16, 2023

Allina Health doctor discusses the impact of daylight saving and lack of sleep on your health

[WCCO Radio, October 15, 2023] Allina Health doctor discusses the impact of daylight saving and lack of sleep on your health
October 15, 2023

Preeclampsia patient sees positive results with acupuncture

[Allina Health Newsroom, October 13, 2023] Preeclampsia patient sees positive results with acupuncture
October 13, 2023

Allina Health researchers study how pregnancy impacts women with rare heart condition

[Allina Health News: Research, October 12, 2023] Allina Health researchers study how pregnancy impacts women with rare heart condition
October 12, 2023

Clara, 7, shines as historymaker and wheelchair softball player

[Allina Health Newsroom, October 12, 2023] Clara, 7, shines as historymaker and wheelchair softball player
October 11, 2023

Breast cancer survivors transform into Dragon Divas

[WCCO News, October 09, 2023] Breast cancer survivors transform into Dragon Divas
October 09, 2023

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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Winona Health and Allina Health Minneapolis Heart Institute announce partnership to expand access to heart care in southeast Minnesota

Winona Health and Allina Health Minneapolis Heart Institute are pleased to announce a new partnership that brings leading cardiovascular expertise to Winona and surrounding communities.
April 09, 2026
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Allina Health Buffalo Hospital expands its robotic surgical systems, bringing greater precision to many surgeries

Now patients can benefit from physicians trained on the da Vinci Xi system without having to travel to metro hospitals.
February 23, 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