Mille Lacs Health System News

MLHS Now Offers Same Day Appointments at the Onamia Clinic

May 28, 2025

Mille Lacs Health System (MLHS) is pleased to announce a new convenience for area residents: Same Day Clinic appointments are now available at the Onamia Clinic. This new offering is designed to provide timely care for a wide range of common illnesses and urgent health concerns that don’t rise to…

Protecting Your Voice: The Importance of Vocal Health

May 22, 2025

In recognition of National Speech-Language-Hearing Month, it’s important to highlight the significance of vocal health. The voice is a primary tool for communication in both professional and personal settings. Just as other parts of the body can become injured from overuse or misuse, the voice is…

MLHS Welcomes New Chief Nursing Officer

May 20, 2025

Mille Lacs Health System (MLHS) is pleased to announce Janelle Christie, MSN, RN, as our new Chief Nursing Officer (CNO). With more than two decades of experience in nursing and healthcare leadership, Janelle brings a strong commitment to patient care, safety, and employee engagement.Originally…

Reducing Stroke Impact Through Readiness

May 9, 2025

May is recognized as National Stroke Awareness Month, a time dedicated to raising public understanding of stroke risks, symptoms, and prevention methods. The American Heart Association reports that someone dies from a stroke every three minutes in the United States, which demonstrates the critical…

Osteoporosis Awareness: Protect Your Bones

May 1, 2025

May is Osteoporosis Awareness and Prevention Month. The Bone Health and Osteoporosis Foundation reports that one in two women and one in four men will break a bone due to osteoporosis in their lifetime. The disease has no clear symptoms, and most people discover they suffer from it only after…