Mille Lacs Health System News

Give the gift of life - donate blood

December 16, 2022

Every two seconds, someone in the U.S. needs blood. Blood transfusions are a vital step in the life-saving process for many people. These recipients can be a variety of people ranging from incidents such as serious injuries (such as a car crash, burns), surgeries, child birth, anemia, blood…

Keeping it positive this holiday season

November 21, 2022

The holiday season is here, and it brings both many joys, and many stresses. It’s important to remember to slow down and recognize what are the important things in life. Recognizing and being thankful for the little things in your everyday life is part of practicing, gratitude. Gratitude is being…

Five habits to a healthy metabolism

November 21, 2022

Metabolism is the way your body converts what you eat and drink into energy. To put it simply, metabolism is the way the body burns calories whether moving or at rest. Basic bodily functions such as breathing, circulating blood, digesting food, and cell repair are all burning energy. A healthy…

FREE needle cutters

November 10, 2022

Needles or “sharps” safety should be a priority no matter where you are. Many public places have sharps disposal bins often located in restrooms which should always be used, but it’s important to have the proper place to dispose of them when at home too. There are many types of sharps that can be…

Tis the season for chapped lips

November 1, 2022

Fall brings in cool, dry air which can be tough on skin, especially on the lips. The lips are exposed to the elements more than the rest of the body and can easily become chapped. The skin on the lips is thinner and more sensitive, particularly because the lips do not contain any oil glands.…