Saint Luke's Newsroom

Thumbnail
May. 24, 2019
FOX4: 17-year-old KC Stroke Victim Shares Story of Survival, Encourages Awareness for Teens
May is National Stroke Awareness Month, and one metro man is hoping to educate others on strokes no matter their age.
Thumbnail
May. 23, 2019
The John Tesh Radio Show: Can You Exercise Too Much?
Dr. James O'Keefe says running too much can age your heart and undo the benefits of exercise.
Thumbnail
May. 18, 2019
KSHB: Stroke Survivor Realizes Dream of Opening Restaurant
At just 47 years old, Jesus Renteria suffered a stroke. KSHB talked to Dr. Andrew Schlachter about how the Saint Luke's stroke team quickly went into action to get Jesus back to his passion.
Thumbnail
May. 18, 2019
FOX4: T-Bones Owner Credits Saint Luke's for Saving His Life
The Kansas City T-Bones kicked off the season Friday with opening night, celebrating a 2018 league championship and a special life-saving first pitch. FOX4 talked to Dr. Bybee and Dr. Giocondo to find out why.
Thumbnail
May. 17, 2019
Wyandotte Daily: Saint Luke's to Sponsor T-Bones
Saint Luke's Health System was named the premier and title sponsor for the Kansas City T-Bones.
Thumbnail
May. 17, 2019
U.S. News & World Report: Rapid Heart Rate: What are the Dangers Associated with Tachycardia?
While often benign, a rapid heartbeat can be a sign of a serious issue like AFib. Dr. Gupta explains when it's a cause for concern.
Thumbnail
May. 16, 2019
Saint Luke’s News: Stopping a Stroke Before it Happens
Someone has a stroke every 40 seconds in the United States, but 80 percent are preventable. Dr. Karin Olds explains what you can do to greatly reduce your risk.
Thumbnail
May. 14, 2019
Broadway World: Mother's Day Pipe Organ Concert Honors Julia Irene Kauffman
In celebration of the Saint Luke's Muriel I. Kauffman Women's Heart Center's 25th anniversary, a large turnout of about 1,000 people attended a free pipe organ concert on Mother's Day.
Thumbnail
May. 14, 2019
FOX4: FAME: The Salty Six - Dangers of a High-Sodium Diet
Lucas Schubert, Nutritional Coordinator with Saint Luke's Food As Medicine Everyday (FAME) program, shares some tips with the FOX4 morning show to reduce your risk for high blood pressure and stroke by making changes to your diet.