Saint Luke's Newsroom

Sep. 29, 2020
UnitedHealthcare Introduces New Health Plan Offering Lower Premiums and a High-Performing Network in Kansas City Featuring Saint Luke’s Health System and Children’s Mercy
New plan could save local employers up to 15% on health care costs. Kansas City-area residents can save money on premiums and access care from Saint Luke’s Health System and Children’s Mercy
Sep. 26, 2020
Healio: PET may be beneficial to guide revascularization strategy for CAD
PET perfusion and flow assessment may guide revascularization strategies for patients with carotid artery disease (CAD), according to a presentation at the Scientific Session and Exhibition of the American Society of Nuclear Cardiology.
Sep. 24, 2020
KMBC: People who spend time on ventilators face long road to recovery
After being on a ventilator, it can take a lot of hard work to get back to a normal life. KMBC talked to Dr. Brad Steinle and one local man who needed extensive rehabilitation.
Sep. 24, 2020
KMBC: Rapid COVID-19 tests becoming more popular because of their accuracy
The use of rapid coronavirus testing is becoming more common. KMBC talked to Dr. Sarah Boyd about the difference between a standard and rapid test.
Sep. 23, 2020
KCTV: CDC Retracts COVID-19 Changes

A new report on the CDC’s website over the weekend warned the coronavirus spreads easier than we thought.

Sep. 21, 2020
KSHB: Blue Springs couple encourages organ donation after heart transplant
A Blue Springs man has his wife, doctors, and an organ donor to thank for saving his life after suffering massive heart attacks. KSHB talked to Dr. Andrew Kao about the incredible story.
Sep. 18, 2020
Kansas City Star: COVID put a dent in blood supplies. These two drives encourage Lee's Summit residents to help
Months after COVID-19 took the U.S. by storm, a blood shortage continues in Kansas City and nationwide.
Sep. 18, 2020
Fighting Flu During COVID-19: What You Need to Know
This flu season may look different than any we have had before. Here is what you need to know.
Sep. 16, 2020
TCTMD: Pesco-Mediterranean Diet should be the gold standard, says JACC review
A Pesco-Mediterranean Diet with fish and intermittent fasting is optimal for heart health, according to a new review by Dr. James O'Keefe.