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Apr. 28, 2025

"Grateful and Humbled": The Back-to-Back Transplants at Saint Luke's that Saved One Man's Life

Five months after lifesaving heart and kidney transplants, Anthony Weatherspoon reflects on the gift of organ donation that gave him a second chance at life.
Apr. 25, 2025

Health News You Can Use: Diabetes and Cardiometabolic Disease

Melissa Magwire, RN, MSN, CDE, discusses the interrelated conditions of diabetes and cardiometabolic disease and how the Cardiometabolic Center of Excellence is changing the game for treatment.
Apr. 24, 2025

KCUR: Up To Date: Kansas City Physician Discusses Measles Outbreak, Vaccinations, and Potential Risk

Infectious disease physician Sarah Boyd talked to KCUR about measles symptoms, exposure, and vaccinations as cases rise in the Kansas City area.
Apr. 22, 2025

KCTV: A Comprehensive Approach to Treating Diabetes and Cardiovascular Disease

Learn how the Saint Luke’s Michael & Marlys Haverty Cardiometabolic Center of Excellence is making a difference in the lives of diabetes patients.
Apr. 22, 2025

KMBC: Donate Life Month: Heart and Kidney Recipient Shares His Story

Anthony Weatherspoon, who received lifesaving heart and kidney transplants, is grateful for the gift of life this April.
Apr. 17, 2025

FOX4: Saint Luke's Cardiologist Shares Healthy Aging Tips To Improve Longevity

Dr. James O'Keefe shares insights on how exercise and social activities can boost physical and mental health and help you live longer.
Apr. 16, 2025

Healing Together: Why Group Therapy Works for Older Adults

As we age, life brings unique joys and challenges. Group therapy offers a powerful way for older adults to find support, share experiences, and heal together.
Apr. 14, 2025

Bariatric Surgery Unlocks New Lifestyle, Renewed Health For Travis

Seven months after a successful weight-loss surgery, Travis is down over 130 lbs and witnessing a complete life transformation beyond his expectations.
Apr. 14, 2025

FOX 4: Doctor Shares Signs, Risk as Kansas Sees Rise in Measles Cases

Dr. Todd Fristo, a family medicine physician at Saint Luke’s Primary Care–Independence, shares vaccination information and measles symptoms to watch for.