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Mar. 22, 2019
Pregnant with Breast Cancer: Laura’s Early Detection Story
After noticing a lump her breast, Laura was diagnosed with breast cancer just nine weeks into her pregnancy with her second child.
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Mar. 19, 2019
Repairing Leaky Valve Improves Quality of Life for Patients with Heart Failure
Patients felt noticeably better for two years after procedure to fix leaking heart valve.
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Mar. 19, 2019
KSHB: Doctors Say 3D Mammograms Help Catch Cancer Early
One in eight women in the U.S. will develop breast cancer in their lifetime. KSHB talked to Dr. Kelsey Flynt about how early detection is key and how 3D mammograms are helping.
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Mar. 18, 2019
KCTV: Saint Luke's High-Risk Breast Clinic
Saint Luke's High-Risk Breast Clinic allows women with a higher chance of developing breast cancer to be closely monitored. Dr. Ruby Meierotto shared tips for reducing your risk on Better Kansas City.
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Mar. 15, 2019
KMBC: Saint Luke's Genomic Testing Solves Kansas City Man's Cancer Misdiagnosis
Through advanced genomic sequencing testing at Saint Luke's, Paul was able to get a proper diagnosis after years of chemotherapy for the wrong type of cancer.
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Mar. 7, 2019
UMKC Med School Leader Has Firsthand Knowledge of Broken Heart Syndrome
After ending up in the hospital with a stress-induced heart issue, Louise stayed optimistic and made lifestyle changes to turn her health around.
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Mar. 5, 2019
Saint Luke’s News: Advanced Heart Valve Disease Treatment Options
The number of people in the U.S. suffering from heart valve disease is increasing. Saint Luke’s Mid America Heart Institute has established a comprehensive multidisciplinary Valve Center dedicated to the latest surgical and catheter-based therapies to meet this rising demand.
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Feb. 28, 2019
FOX4: Heart Attacks Rising in Young Women
A recent study found the risk of heart attacks is increasing in young women. FOX4 talked to Dr. Tracy Stevens about SCAD and this rising trend.