Saint Luke's Newsroom

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.
Sep. 16, 2020

KSHB: Saint Luke's Crittenton Children's Center offers tips for student mental health during pandemic

With schools reopening the combination of virtual learning and isolation at home is really taking a toll on children.