Mille Lacs Health System News

Holiday Travel Tips to Stay Safe on Winter Roads

December 22, 2025

The holiday season is a time for gathering with family and friends, but it is also one of the busiest and most challenging times of year for travel. Increased traffic, winter weather, and shorter daylight hours all contribute to higher risks on the road. Taking a few extra precautions can help keep…

MLHS Lab Expands Rapid Respiratory Testing

December 19, 2025

The Mille Lacs Health System Laboratory has added new rapid molecular testing technology that will improve diagnostic accuracy and reduce wait times for patients. The laboratory recently acquired a Cepheid GeneXpert system, a state-of-the-art device that allows staff to perform highly sensitive PCR…

Double Your Donation: Foundation Launches New Campaign

December 10, 2025

The Mille Lacs Area Health Foundation has fulfilled its $75,000 pledge toward the purchase of a new ambulance for Mille Lacs Health System (MLHS) and is already focusing on its next major initiatives. The Foundation has set new goals of raising $50,000 to support the upcoming Surgery Department…

Understanding Alzheimer's: Early Signs, Support, and Planning Ahead

December 1, 2025

November is Alzheimer’s Awareness Month, a time to highlight the importance of recognizing early signs and supporting individuals and families living with this disease. Alzheimer’s affects millions of people each year, and understanding the early symptoms can help families seek evaluation and plan…

MLHS Recognized with 2025 Performance Leadership Award

November 20, 2025

Mille Lacs Health System (MLHS) has earned national recognition for excellence in Quality, receiving a 2025 Performance Leadership Award from The Chartis Center for Rural Health. The award highlights hospitals that consistently achieve strong performance - ranking in the 75th percentile or above -…