Mille Lacs Health System News

Spring clean your electronics

March 10, 2022

Spring cleaning is just around the corner. It’s a great time of year to focus on those often forgotten about big projects around the home. But, it’s also a good time to point out there are some everyday items you should be focusing on more throughout the year. For instance, did you know your cell…

45 is the new 50

March 3, 2022

March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month. Among cancers that affect both men and women, colorectal cancer (cancer of the colon or rectum) is the second leading cause of cancer deaths in the United States. The good news − if detected early, colorectal cancer is very treatable, and even preventable…

Could it be gout?

February 25, 2022

Gout is a common form of inflammatory arthritis. It's characterized by sudden, severe attacks of pain, swelling, redness, and tenderness in one or more joints, most often in the big toe. Other joints that are commonly affected are the lesser toe joints, the ankle, and the knee. The pain and…

Infusion Therapy, here when you need it

February 18, 2022

Infusion therapy is an outpatient service primarily used to treat severe or chronic diseases and infections that may not respond to oral antibiotics. Medication is delivered via an IV, this allows for controlled dosing. Some medications need to be dripped slowly into the bloodstream (some types of…

Feeling SAD?

February 11, 2022

This time of year for Minnesotans can be tough. The days are cold, and short on sunlight, keeping people inside more than usual. Many people may go through short periods where they feel sad or not like themselves. In some cases, these mood changes are more serious and can affect how a person feels…