Saint Luke's Newsroom

Jun. 2, 2025

Emergency Colonoscopy Saves KC Writer’s Life

In 2023, an emergency colonoscopy led to Michael's diagnosis of stage 3 cancer. Because of his experience, Michael Kathrens, 70, advocates for proactive health screenings and being an advocate for your own health.
Jun. 2, 2025

Ken Hurt His Back on His Dream Vacation. After Successful Treatment at Saint Luke’s Pain Management Clinic, He’s Back to Traveling the World

After severe back pain sidelined Ken from his adventure-packed life, he got a new lease on life through radiofrequency ablation treatment at Saint Luke’s Pain Management Clinic.
May. 30, 2025

TCTMD: Less Intense Checks May Be OK After IV Thrombolysis for Stroke: OPTIMISTmain

A new study co-led by a Saint Luke's researcher found that it may be possible to safely cut back on the level of monitoring of patients with stroke after thrombolysis administration.
May. 30, 2025

Health News You Can Use: Importance of Early Intervention for Mental Health

According to the National Alliance on Mental Illness, one in five adults and one in six youths aged 6-17 experience mental health illness each year in the U.S.—and 50% of all lifetime mental illness begins by age 14.
May. 29, 2025

Diligent Screening Helped Nellie Jo Beat Colon Cancer

Nellie Jo Gaston received a lifesaving surgery after an abnormal result from an at-home colon cancer screening test. After treatment at Saint Luke’s, she is cancer-free.
May. 29, 2025

Family Care Center Doctor and Nurse Found Connection to Their Mission During a Trip Honoring Veterans

The Anderson County Hospital Family Care Center clinicians were responsible for providing medical support for the veterans throughout the Honor Trip to Washington, D.C.
May. 29, 2025

KCTV: Mental Health Month: Awareness and Early Intervention

Kadie Harry, PhD, a Saint Luke's licensed psychologist, spoke with KCTV about taking care of your mental health and the resources available to those who may be struggling.
May. 27, 2025

KMBC: Stroke Rates Rising Among Young Adults: What You Need To Know

During Stroke Awareness Month, Karin Olds, MD, stroke medical director at Saint Luke's Marion Bloch Neuroscience Institute, joined KMBC to discuss stroke risk factors and warning signs in younger adults.
May. 23, 2025

Health News You Can Use: Cancer Research Month

This week, Marc Roth, MD, medical director of gastrointestinal oncology at Saint Luke’s Cancer Institute and interim chief of medical oncology, is breaking down advancements in cancer research and what they mean for patients.