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Media Coverage: Breast Cancer Survivor Turns Her Own Healing to Hope Through Therapy Dog Adoption
Ten years ago, Nina Noe's dog supported her along her journey to beat a rare form of breast cancer.

KCTV: Saint Luke’s Hospital Lab Uses High-Tech Mannequin To Train Staff for Birth Emergencies

A high-tech training tool is revolutionizing how medical teams prepare for obstetric emergencies.

At Saint Luke's Hospital, a simulation lab outfitted with a realistic birthing mannequin is helping staff train for real-life birth complications, according to Madeline Goodman, Clinical Education Specialist at Saint Luke’s.

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Health News You Can Use: Advances in Treatment for Metastatic Breast Cancer

Recent advances in breast cancer treatment are showing promise for those with advanced cancer to live longer, better quality lives. Timothy Pluard, MD, medical director of Saint Luke’s Koontz Center for Advanced Breast Cancer and Saint Luke's Cancer Institute, joins today to share the latest integrative therapies helping improve survival outcomes and quality of life.

A Precautionary Low-Dose Lung Cancer Screening Saved Bill’s Life

Bill Euwer heard all the warnings about smoking.

During a 2023 checkup at Saint Luke’s Primary Care in Lee’s Summit, Bill’s nurse practitioner suggested he get a low-dose computed tomography (LDCT) lung cancer screening based on his smoking history to rule out the possibility of cancer.

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FOX 4: Pay It Forward: The Glue That Helps Hold the NICU Together
On top of helping the unit run smoothly, Easton Thomas uses her downtime and own money to handmake Halloween costumes for babies staying in the NICU.

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KCTV: Skin Cancer Is the Most Common Type of Cancer. Here's How You Can Help Prevent It.
Skin cancer is the most common cancer in the United States, with an estimated 1 in 5 Americans developing skin cancer in their lifetime. This summer season, Megan McNally, MD, a fellowship-trained surgical oncologist with Saint Luke's Cancer Institute, joined KCTV to share helpful insights on skin safety.

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Compassion in Action: One PT’s Call to Global Service
A Saint Luke's PT's passion has brought her to Peru, Cuba, and the Dominican Republic to help distribute wheelchairs and other mobility devices.

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Mistake Turned Mission: One Trauma Survivor Finds Purpose in Recovery

Firearms have the power to change lives in an instant. Edward Overstreet carries that truth with him every day.

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FOX 4: KC2026 Prepping for World Cup Heat Amid Extreme Heat Warning
The Global Soccer Players Union issued a warning of extreme heat that players could face at World Cup matches next year, including in Kansas City.

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Media Coverage: Physician Shares Tips For Firework Safety Ahead of Holiday Weekend
Last year, the U.S. saw a 52% jump in fireworks-related injuries compared to 2023. Dr. Greg Tanquary, a Saint Luke's Emergency Department Physician, has tips on staying safe this Independence Day.