Saint Luke's Newsroom

KCTV 5 News. Migraine and headache awareness. Sponsored by: Saint Luke's Health System
Jun. 30, 2020
KCTV: Migraines get worse during the pandemic
During the COVID-19 pandemic, many are experiencing worsening or more frequent migraines. KCTV talked to Dr. Sarah Gibbons about what's causing this trend and what people can do to reduce migraines.
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Jun. 30, 2020
Saint Luke’s Health System Announces Closure of Cushing Hospital
Financial impact of COVID-19 pandemic responsible for decision
Jun. 29, 2020
Miracle Man Survives Traumatic Stroke Experience
Time is everything during a stroke. Birch laid on the floor in his home for days before he got help. Read his story and his miraculous recovery.
41 Action News. Blood donations dropping during pandemic
Jun. 29, 2020
KSHB: Blood donations needed across the metro
Thousands of blood drives have been canceled due to COVID-19, creating a need for blood donations. KSHB talked to Dr. Gagan Mathur about the current supply and what would happen if there is ever a critical shortage.
Coronavirus COVID-19
Jun. 27, 2020
Saint Luke's Community Updates on COVID-19
As COVID-19 evolves and information changes, how we adapt changes as well. You can find the most up-to-date information on the significant updates that Saint Luke's has shared on social media or with local media.
Rhonda Zacharias smiling at a restaurant
Jun. 26, 2020
Innovative New Procedure Helps Local Woman Avoid Double Lung Transplant
Rhonda was hesitant to undergo a double lung transplant after learning about the risks. But thanks to an endobronchial valve procedure at Saint Luke's, Rhonda says she's been given another chance at life.
41 Action News. Three women smiling.
Jun. 24, 2020
KSHB: Keeping seniors active, avoiding depression during a pandemic
The coronavirus pandemic is taking a mental and emotional toll on senior citizens. KSHB talked to psychologist Kadie Harry, PhD, and Bishop Spencer Place about ways to support older family members.
The Kansas City Star
Jun. 24, 2020
The Kansas City Star: Experts identify safest sports, recreational activities at this point in the pandemic
Dr. Sarah Boyd and Dr. Chadwick Byle talked with The Kansas City Star about the riskiest and least risky sports to play during the pandemic and how to keep athletes safe.
41 Action News: Monty Miller, manager, Saint Luke's outpatient behavioral health health clinical services
Jun. 22, 2020
KSHB: 'Social distancing fatigue' contributing to increase in COVID-19 infection
Saint Luke's Behavioral Health experts talk to KSHB about why people should be focused on surviving COVID-19 right now, and not thriving.