Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) are an essential part of public safety, they can often be found in schools, businesses, community centers, churches, public spaces, and are carried by many first responders. Beyond knowing they exist, it’s important to know when to use them, and how to use…
The Mille Lacs Health System Emergency Department located in Onamia, MN was recently recognized by Becker’s Hospital Review for having some of the lowest wait times nationwide. Mille Lacs Health System tied for 5th place at 58 minutes with the average nationwide wait time being 163 minutes. The…
September is recognized as Healthy Aging Month, a time to focus on the steps to maintain your physical, mental, and emotional well-being as you age. Healthy aging isn't just about adding years to your life—it's about adding life to those years. As you get older, it becomes even more important to…
Mille Lacs Health System is excited to add a new specialty to our service offerings. Starting the first week of September two rheumatologists will join our team of providers. These doctors will rotate schedules providing telehealth medical appointments every other Friday via our clinics. Patients…
Back to school is right around the corner, so if you haven’t already, now is the time to start organizing schedules, supplies, and routines to help create a successful school year. Here are a few ideas shared by Mille Lacs Health System medical provider, Jessica Fligge, DNP. Sleep is a top…
