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Kelly Overcomes Breast Cancer While Celebrating Key Life Milestones
Now, on the 14th anniversary of her diagnosis, Kelly, 43, is cancer free and grateful for the care she received at Saint Luke's East Hospital in Lee's Summit and Saint Luke’s Hospital of Kansas City.

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KCTV: Early On-Set Breast Cancer and the Importance of Early Detection
While the mortality rate for breast cancer in the U.S. has significantly declined from its peak in 1989, incidence among younger women has steadily increased each year since 2001, according to the American Cancer Society.

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Staying Social: How to Form Friendships as an Older Adult
Staying socially connected is essential for emotional well-being and even physical health. Check out these practical ways older adults can stay connected.

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The Impact of Summer on Mental Health in Older Adults
Summer is a season of warmth, light, and activity, but for older adults, it can also bring unique mental health challenges.

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Anderson County Hospital Continues the C.A. Davis Nursing Scholarship
Individuals enrolled in an accredited nursing program and nurses who want to further their education are eligible to apply for the scholarship, which was established in 1981.

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Family Care Center Doctor and Nurse Found Connection to Their Mission During a Trip Honoring Veterans
The Anderson County Hospital Family Care Center clinicians were responsible for providing medical support for the veterans throughout the Honor Trip to Washington, D.C.

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Mental Health Awareness Month: Turn Awareness Into Action
May marks Mental Health Awareness Month, a time to come together to raise awareness, reduce stigma, and promote understanding about mental health.

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

Anthony Weatherspoon, 68, of Lee’s Summit, Missouri, remembers it like it was yesterday: The day he wasn’t feeling very well in 2024. “I didn’t know what was up,” Anthony says, with his wife, Peggy, at his side.

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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.

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Is It Just Worry or Is It an Anxiety Disorder?

Distinguishing between everyday worry and an anxiety disorder can be difficult since they share some similar symptoms. However, there are key differences to help identify when worry may be more than just a natural response to life’s challenges. Key differences to consider include:

Frequency and intensity. Normal worry is typically situational and temporary, tied to specific events or challenges. Anxiety disorders involve persistent, excessive worry that is difficult to control and can occur frequently, even without an obvious reason.