November is National Diabetes Month, a time to raise awareness about diabetes and the importance of education, prevention, and ongoing support. Whether someone is newly diagnosed or has been living with diabetes for years, understanding the condition and developing practical management skills can…
Mille Lacs Health System (MLHS) is pleased to welcome Christine Park, MD, General Surgeon. Dr. Park brings experience in a variety of general surgery procedures and a patient-centered approach focused on trust, communication, and compassionate care.Park earned her medical degree from Stony Brook…
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month and an important time to talk about mammograms and recommended screening. Mille Lacs Health System offers 3D mammography at its Onamia campus. This technology takes multiple images of the breast from different angles, giving the radiologist a more detailed…
Mille Lacs Health System has added a new Philips EPIQ 7 cardiac ultrasound system to its Radiology Department, providing enhanced imaging capabilities and additional information to help providers evaluate heart health.An echocardiogram, often called an echo, uses ultrasound to create images of the…
Respiratory illnesses can be much more than a seasonal inconvenience. According to the Minnesota Department of Health, more than 5,500 Minnesotans were hospitalized with influenza during the 2025–26 flu season, and 369 influenza-associated deaths were reported. As another respiratory virus season…
