Mille Lacs Health System News

Take action against radon

January 14, 2021

January is designated as National Radon Action Month. The keyword here is “action.” Mille Lacs Health System wants to help you take action to ensure your house is safe from radon. Given the fact that people are spending more time at home than ever before due to the pandemic, there is no time better…

MLHS Auxiliary Volunteer of the Year

January 7, 2021

Mille Lacs Health System is proud to recognize Marilyn Mertens as the 2020 Auxiliary Volunteer of the Year. Marilyn (who is a past MLHS employee) has been a member of the MLHS Auxiliary since its formation in 2004. Marilyn’s journey started with volunteering at the new kiosk gift shop the…

Kids and masks

December 30, 2020

Children in school or day programs wear masks, but are they wearing them correctly? Proper use of wearing a mask is just as important as having one. And as with other types of things kids wear to protect them, like bike helmets, they only work when you wear them. Cut out this article and place it…

Beat the Quarantine 15

December 22, 2020

There’s no doubt you’ve spent more than your fair share of time at home over the last few months. You’ve also likely experienced plenty of stress and anxiety due to COVID-19 and all the lifestyle changes and concerns associated with it. All of these factors can add up to unintended weight gain.…

The Power of Pets

December 17, 2020

More than two-thirds of households in the U.S. are currently reaping the immediate and long-term benefits of pet ownership, according to a recent survey by the American Pet Products Association. You love them. They love you. And the power of that connection is good for your health. On the surface…