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.

Heart-healthy eating tips from an Allina Health cardiologist

[WCCO-TV, February 16, 2026] A cardiologist with Allina Health Minneapolis Heart Institute joined the WCCO-TV morning show to discuss heart healthy diets. Ian Hackett, MD, encouraged viewers to focus less on what they should avoid and more on adding foods that can support heart health. He recommends spending more time in the produce aisle to incorporate raw fruits and vegetables into meals and cooking with olive oil, instead of highly processed, refined oils. Watch his full interview below.

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Allina Health shares All Together Better Magazine, summer 2025

[Allina Newsroom, September 11, 2025] All Together Better Magazine is a quarterly collection of stories showcasing Allina Health values in action. Articles highlight patient care, employee and volunteer service, and collaborative efforts that create solutions to local health care challenges.

September 11, 2025

Award-winning RNs are partners at work and in life

[Allina Health Newsroom, September 09, 2025] Eight years ago, Tryniti Almquist and Yerko Besmalinovic began their nursing careers just one week apart at United Hospital. Today they are married to each other and both award winning.

September 09, 2025

Eggs: what do they do to your cholesterol?

[EatingWell, September 07, 2025] EatingWell interviewed Susan White, RDN, a registered dietitian nutritionist with Allina Health Minneapolis Heart Institute, about eggs and the role they should play in a healthy diet.

September 07, 2025

How to talk to your kids after a tragedy: Allina Health psychologist shares guidance

[WCCO-TV News, August 27, 2025] It can be hard to help a child process something so awful, while trying to understand it yourself. With that in mind, Allina Health psychologist Sarah Paper, LP, PsyD, shared some suggestions to help adults and children talk about the tragedy.

August 27, 2025

Allina Health helps create Healthcare Professionals class for Hastings High School

[Hastings Journal, August 27, 2025] Hastings High School partnered with Allina Health to offer students a Healthcare Professionals class. Using state of the art tools and the real-life expertise of dozens of Allina Health employees, the class will expose students to the work of radiologists, respiratory therapists, pharmacists and more.

August 26, 2025

Warning labels for social media?

[WCCO Radio, August 17, 2025] In less than a year, Minnesota will be the first state in the country to require a mental health warning for social media content.

August 17, 2025

What type of mammogram do you need?

[KARE11 News, August 14, 2025] As a breast cancer survivor and a breast surgical oncologist with Allina Health Cancer Institute, Karen Hendershott, MD, understands all too well the fears that can arise when it comes to mammograms. She’s sharing her expertise to encourage as many people as possible to overcome their fear and get a mammogram.

August 14, 2025

From ice cream truck owner to RN: Allina Health nurse shares principle behind her journey

[KARE 11 News, August 14, 2025] Breanna Seibel was just a teen when she purchased her own ice cream truck to start a business. One principle stuck with her during that time, and it has guided her through her journey as a nurse.

August 14, 2025

Successful Start to the 2025 USA Wheelchair Softball World Series

[Fox 9 News, August 14, 2025] Allina Health Courage Kenny Rehabilitation Institute is hosting the 2025 USA Wheelchair Softball World Series. The three-day tournament brings intense competition and increased awareness about adaptive sports.

August 14, 2025

Newsweek names Cambridge Medical Center one of the 'smartest' hospitals

[County News Review, August 10, 2025] Allina Health Cambridge Medical Center made Newsweek's list of World’s Best Smart Hospitals 2025. Cambridge Medical Center is one of 350 hospitals from 28 countries recognized for their work to implement new medical technologies.

August 10, 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.

New Ulm Medical Center names Carisa Buegler as new president

Allina Health is pleased to share that Carisa Buegler has been named the new president of New Ulm Medical Center.

February 12, 2026

New Ulm Medical Center offers several nursing, health care career scholarships

Scholarship applications are due by April 1, 2026

February 10, 2026

Allina Health Courage Kenny Rehabilitation hosts national wheelchair basketball tournament

Allina Health Courage Kenny Rehabilitation Institute hosts a National Wheelchair Basketball Association regional qualifier in Minnetonka Feb. 14–15.

February 09, 2026

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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Cancer survivorship: Your journey begins the moment you’re diagnosed

Cancer survivorship starts at diagnosis, not after treatment. Learn about life during treatment, recovery, and survivorship care.

Posted February 9, 2026

Caring for yourself when current events feel heavy

Feelings of stress and anxiety can affect both emotional and physical wellbeing. Get support with these strategies and techniques to bring calm to your life.

Posted February 5, 2026

Be proactive to prevent falls

Falls aren’t inevitable with age. Learn why falls happen and get practical tips for home safety, balance and strength, footwear, and safer winter walking.

Posted February 2, 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: 612-388-1895612-388-1895

Erika Rasmussen
Senior Communications Consultant
erika.rasmussen@allina.com
Voice/text: 708-214-8464708-214-8464