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1 in 8 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer in their lifetime, according to the American Cancer Society.

Dr. Tracy Stevens shares how heart disease affects women uniquely and why more advocacy and research is needed on women's hearts.

The bride wore white. The father of the bride wore a blue floral hospital gown and electrodes. Hear how Saint Luke's made sure he could attend the wedding.

When Shannon Clarke, a 48-year-old, retired police officer, received a heart from Saint Luke’s Mid America Heart Institute, he had no idea just how transformational it would be. 

When Henry Myers needed a heart transplant, he trusted the team at Saint Luke's Mid America Heart Institute. While waiting for a new heart, one goal, in particular, made him persevere.

Chris Williams was a healthy guy. The 36-year-old bodybuilder worked out regularly, played basketball, didn’t smoke, and watched his diet. Yet, in January 2012, Williams could barely drag himself out of bed. And walking a few steps across the room left him gasping for air.

Chillicothe, Missouri – People who live in rural communities have a 40% higher likelihood of developing heart disease and face a 30% increased risk for stroke mortality—a gap that has grown over the past two decades.

Hedrick Medical Center is the only critical access hospital in Missouri to receive a five-star rating from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS).

According to the National Cancer Institute, about 40% of women have dense breast tissue, which makes it more difficult to find breast cancer early.

According to a new study, higher omega-3 levels significantly reduce the risk of heart failure and heart failure fatalities.