Donating blood provides a lifesaving gift. It's a simple thing to do and can make a big difference in the lives of others. One donation can potentially save up to three lives. Although an estimated 38% of the U.S. population is eligible to donate blood at any given time, less than 10% of those…
More than 700 people are injured in distracted driving crashes every day in the U.S. according to the National Safety Council. Most of distracted driving information focuses on taking your eyes off the road and hands off the wheel. In order to solve these problems technology has been created to…
Nearly one in four U.S. households include someone that suffers from migraines. June is National Migraine and Headache Awareness Month. A migraine can be a debilitating condition and many people have a hard time differentiating between a headache and a migraine. A headache causes pressure and pain…
“A Healing Journey,” an eight-week grief support group, will be given by a Mille Lacs Health System social worker/nurse team beginning Thursdays (June 10 – July 29, 2021). In a safe, supportive, and confidential setting, group members will have an opportunity to meet others who have suffered the…
A gluten free diet avoids food products that contain wheat, barley, and rye and is prescribed to people with celiac disease. Oats may also be avoided or limited depending on the individual. Celiac disease is an autoimmune disorder in which the prolamins (proteins) from these grains trigger an…
