February is American Heart Month. This year the CDC, and its “Division for Heart Disease and Stroke Prevention” is putting the focus on hypertension (high blood pressure), a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke. According to the CDC, approximately 45% of the U.S. has hypertension, and…
The FDA recently approved two new oral medications under an Emergency Use Authorization (EUA) for treatment of confirmed COVID-19 cases for certain eligible patients. The two new pill options, Paxlovid and Molnupiravir, are for the treatment of mild-to-moderate COVID-19 in adults and pediatric…
Concussions cause many children and adults to seek emergency care every year. A concussion is a mild form of traumatic brain injury (TBI) caused by a bump, blow, or jolt to the head. Concussions can also occur from a fall, or a blow to the body that causes the head to move rapidly back and forth.…
Mille Lacs Health System will now offer all three COVID vaccines (Moderna, J&J, and Pfizer) at the Isle Clinic, in addition to the Onamia Clinic. The CDC recommends anyone age five years and older get the COVID vaccine. Children ages 5-12 years old will receive a children’s dose of the…
Help make a difference in the lives of your “neighbors” during one of the toughest times for a family. The Home Care/Hospice Department at Mille Lacs Health System is looking for volunteers. Rene Wagner, MLHS Hospice Volunteer Coordinator, explains, “Volunteers will make a difference in someone’s…
