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Research, new medications for breast cancer. 41 Action news
Oct. 21, 2019
KSHB: New developments in metastatic breast cancer treatment, research
New research shows exciting advancements in the treatment of metastatic breast cancer. Dr. Timothy Pluard talked to KSHB about the latest developments for Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
Saint Luke's 'Boo Ball' Lee's Summit. KMBC 9 abc
Oct. 21, 2019
KMBC: Tenth Annual Boo Ball benefits Saint Luke's East Hospital
The 10th Annual Boo Ball raised more than $175,000 to support renovations to the Emergency Department at Saint Luke's East Hospital.
Golf 'Fore' the cure. Staley Farm Golf Club. Kansas City, MO. KCTV5 News
Oct. 21, 2019
KCTV: "Fore the Cure" golf tournament raises money for Saint Luke's Foundation and mammograms
The Women's Golf Association hosted a special tournament to raise awareness for breast cancer and money for early detection efforts. KCTV talked to the organizers about the reason behind the annual tournament.
Clear complete coverage. Special camp helps children work through grief. 41 Action News.
Oct. 21, 2019
KSHB: WILLPower: Healing in Motion Camp helps children work through grief
Nearly 100 children grieving the death of a loved one had fun attending the first WILLPower: Healing in Motion Camp. KSHB talked to Will Shields about why he hosted the camp along with Saint Luke's Home Care & Hospice.
Covering Kansas City, MO. Journey of a lifetime for transplant patient. KMBC 9 abc
Oct. 17, 2019
KMBC: Saint Luke's heart transplant recipient completes 50-mile Grand Canyon hike
Just over two years after receiving a life-saving heart transplant, Nate Miller achieved an enormous feat by hiking a 50-mile treck through the Grand Canyon in hopes of inspiring other transplant patients. KMBC has the full story.
Only on 41 Action News: clinical trial fro artery disease. St. Luke's Hospital taking part. 41 Action News.
Oct. 16, 2019
KSHB: Game-changing new procedure uses sound waves to break up blockages in arteries
A new procedure is giving patients a less invasive treatment option for artery disease. KSHB talked to Dr. Anthony Hart about how it works.
Image of foods that give omega-3's such as fish, avacado, nuts, eggs, oil, and seeds on a cutting board on a black chalkboard background
Oct. 15, 2019
Randomized Trials Show Fish Oil Reduces Risk of Cardiovascular Illness
Omega-3 fatty acids, commonly known as fish oil, have been proven to significantly reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease according to a new scientific paper co-authored by cardiologist Dr. James O’Keefe from the Saint Luke’s Mid America Heart Institute and published in the Journal of Mayo Clinic Proceedings.
graphic of a mom holding a baby
Oct. 9, 2019
KC Baby: Newborn Care 101
Transitioning your life with a newborn can be overwhelming. Saint Luke's board-certified women’s health nurse practitioner talks about an important tip once you are at home with the new baby.
FOX 4 News. 8:42. Lucas Schubert making roasted Brussels sprouts on the FOX4 morning show.
Oct. 9, 2019
FOX4: FAME: Immune-Boosting Roasted Brussels Sprouts
Lucas Schubert, Nutritional Coordinator with Saint Luke's Mid America Heart Institute and the Food As Medicine Everyday (FAME) program, shares an easy immune-boosting recipe ahead of flu season with the FOX4 morning show.