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.

Community gets a preview of the Richard M. Schulze Surgical and Critical Care Center

[KSTP-TV News, July 10, 2026] Just weeks before the grand opening of the Richard M. Schulze Surgical and Critical Care Center, KSTP-TV toured the state-of-the-art facility, giving the community an early look at how the new building will help Abbott Northwestern Hospital deliver exceptional care for years to come. The Richard M. Schulze Surgical and Critical Care Center will be open to patients in late August.


The new Allina Health EMS therapy dog

[KSTP-TV News, April 25, 2023] Allina Health EMS’s newest therapy dog is now roaming the aisles of its Communications Center.
April 25, 2023

Retired optician fixes students' eyeglasses for free

[WCCO, April 18, 2023] Retired optician fixes students' eyeglasses for free
April 18, 2023

Recognizing longtime wheelchair basketball coach during Volunteer Appreciation Week

[KSTP, April 17, 2023] Recognizing longtime wheelchair basketball coach during Volunteer Appreciation Week
April 17, 2023

Masks no longer required in Allina Health facilities starting April 18

[KSTP-TV News, April 12, 2023] Masks no longer required in Allina Health facilities starting April 18
April 12, 2023

Warmer weather signals start to allergy season

[Fox 9 News, April 11, 2023] Warmer weather signals start to allergy season
April 11, 2023

Isanti BMX racer saved by Allina Health nurse after frightening crash

[Fox 9 News, April 08, 2023] Isanti BMX racer saved by Allina Health nurse after frightening crash
April 08, 2023

Allina Health adds mobile app to help deaf and hard of hearing

[KARE11 News, April 07, 2023] Allina Health adds mobile app to help deaf and hard of hearing
April 07, 2023

Allina Health shares new resources for youth mental health

[WCCO-TV News, April 07, 2023] Allina Health shares new resources for youth mental health
April 07, 2023

Allina donates $40,000 to Coon Rapids toward new playground equipment

[ABC Newspapers, April 07, 2023] Allina donates $40,000 to Coon Rapids toward new playground equipment
April 07, 2023

Getting kids to quit smoking, vaping, chewing tobacco

[WCCO-TV News, March 31, 2023] Getting kids to quit smoking, vaping, chewing tobacco
March 31, 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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Allina Health and Sutter Health Sign Definitive Agreement, Taking Next Step in Advancing Shared Vision

Allina Health and Sutter Health announced today that they have approved a definitive agreement, taking the next step toward their shared goal of creating an integrated nonprofit health system.
May 21, 2026
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Owatonna Hospital Auxiliary awards $25,000 in scholarships

Owatonna Hospital Auxiliary awards $25,000 in scholarships; raises $21,500 for next year’s scholarships during its annual Festival of Tables event.
May 14, 2026
Allina

Allina Health awarded Mental Health of America Platinum Bell Seal for Workplace Mental Health

Allina Health is proud to announce it has been awarded a 2026 Platinum Bell Seal for Workplace Mental Health, the nation’s top recognition for U.S. employers committed to creating mentally healthy workplaces. This is the fourth consecutive year Allina Health has received this honor.
May 05, 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