Mille Lacs Health System News

Kids and masks

December 30, 2020

Children in school or day programs wear masks, but are they wearing them correctly? Proper use of wearing a mask is just as important as having one. And as with other types of things kids wear to protect them, like bike helmets, they only work when you wear them. Cut out this article and place it…

Beat the Quarantine 15

December 22, 2020

There’s no doubt you’ve spent more than your fair share of time at home over the last few months. You’ve also likely experienced plenty of stress and anxiety due to COVID-19 and all the lifestyle changes and concerns associated with it. All of these factors can add up to unintended weight gain.…

The Power of Pets

December 17, 2020

More than two-thirds of households in the U.S. are currently reaping the immediate and long-term benefits of pet ownership, according to a recent survey by the American Pet Products Association. You love them. They love you. And the power of that connection is good for your health. On the surface…

MLHS holiday clinic hours

December 17, 2020

Mille Lacs Family Clinics in Onamia, Isle, Garrison, and Hillman will have special holiday hours. Christmas Eve: Closing at noon Christmas Day: Closed Sat. after Christmas: Normal Sat. hours, 9:30-noon New Year’s Eve: Regular hours New Year’s Day: Closed Sat. after New Year’s: Normal Sat.…

No vaccine waiting list

December 17, 2020

Mille Lacs Health System is gearing up to give the COVID-19 vaccine to employees, Long Term Care residents, and Lake Song residents starting the week of Christmas. Using a tiered program which is dictated by the state, within the health system there is a Phase 1a First Priority group; a Phase 1a…