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Jul. 25, 2019
Expectant Mother Makes the Long Drive to Saint Luke’s for Expert Maternity Care
When Chelsey and Jeremy Heston were expecting their fourth child, they didn’t know if it was going to be a blue or pink surprise, but they did know they would be going to Saint Luke’s. 
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Jul. 24, 2019
KMBC: Heart transplant recipient traveled from Arkansas for her heart care
After two heart attacks, June Walls was lucky to be alive. She traveled more than 200 miles to Saint Luke's to have doctors look at her heart and to have her heart transplant.
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Jul. 24, 2019
FOX4: FAME: Colorful Coleslaw for Summer Barbecues
Lucas Schubert, Nutritional Coordinator with Saint Luke's Mid America Heart Institute and the Food As Medicine Everyday (FAME) program, shares how to make a healthy and fresh Colorful Coleslaw recipe with the FOX4 morning show.
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Jul. 22, 2019
Two-Time Heart Transplant Recipient Shares His Story to Help Others
After needing a second heart transplant, Christopher Williams' own struggles inspired him to share his story to help others going through the same process.
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Jul. 22, 2019
KMBC: Saint Luke's East getting into 'Lion King' spirit with newest members
Saint Luke's East Hospital is getting into the spirit of the new live action "Lion King" movie.
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Jul. 19, 2019
Media Coverage: Doctors seeing more heat-related illnesses
With the extreme heat and humidity across the Kansas City area, doctors are seeing more heat-related illnesses. 
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Jul. 11, 2019
Hedrick Medical Center earns prestigious Missouri “Show-Me 5” Recognition from the Missouri Department of Health & Senior Services
The award recognizes Hedrick Medical Center as a center of adoption of evidence-based maternity care practices that support breastfeeding.
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Jul. 5, 2019
KSHB: Plastic surgeon warns of firework hand injuries
Fireworks are a fun way to celebrate the Fourth of July, but there are dangers as well that can lead to a patient seeing a plastic surgeon.  
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Jul. 3, 2019
Media Coverage: Doctors warn of injuries caused by fireworks over Fourth of July holiday
Many people celebrate the Fourth of July by setting off fireworks. But doctors warn people to be cautious when doing so, as many people end up in the emergency department over the holiday every year.