Every year July 28th marks World Hepatitis Day. The date was chosen because it is the birthday of Nobel-prize winning scientist Dr. Baruch Blumberg, who discovered the hepatitis B virus, and developed a diagnostic test and vaccine for the virus. Hepatitis is inflammation of the liver. The liver…
One in five Americans will develop skin cancer by the age of 70 years old. The average person only applies 25%–50% of the recommended amount of sunscreen according to the National Council on Skin Cancer Prevention. When spending time out in the sun, the recommendation is to apply at least one ounce…
The saying “The apple doesn’t fall far from the tree” is an apt one for some young adults who are spending some time working at Mille Lacs Health System. The hospital is pleased to have both employees and summer interns with close ties to the medical facility - their parents have been integral…
Mold is a common allergen, a type of fungus that consists of tiny organisms found almost everywhere. Outdoors, molds play an important role in nature, breaking down dead leaves, plants, and trees. Indoors, mold damages structures and exposes people to a variety of respiratory complications. Mold…
Mille Lacs Health System is proud to be bringing back the “Spirit of the Wings” Hospice fundraiser event. Due to COVID, we were unable to have the event in 2020. This event is a very important fundraiser for the hospice program and also provides a way for local families to honor loved ones they…
