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KSHB: Fentanyl Fight Sees Progress, But New Dangers Emerge for Young Children

Health care leaders and first responders gathered at Saint Luke's South Hospital to discuss ongoing efforts in the fight against fentanyl with U.S. Rep. Sharice Davids.

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Stroke Survivor Reclaims Life, One Step at a Time

For 67-year-old longtime Kansas City resident Todd Zehner, family has always been at the heart of his life. A husband of 45 years and proud grandfather of two energetic kids, Todd was looking forward to a joyous holiday season in December 2024. But on Dec. 17, his world turned upside down when a stroke sent him to the ICU for seven days.

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Double Blessing: New Mother Receives New Kidney

When Jackie, pictured with her son Brooks, was pregnant, she was diagnosed with Stage 4 chronic kidney disease. After Brooks was born and undergoing a kidney transplant, Jackie is back to enjoying life.

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VFW Magazine: Flu Shots May Prevent Severe Illness

VFW Magazine talked to Dr. Todd Fristo about how the flu vaccine can prevent serious illness.

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Surviving a Silent Threat

Feeling “off” turned into a critical situation within moments when Stacee suffered a ruptured brain aneurysm that led to a hemorrhagic stroke.

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BJC Health System Receives National Recognition for LGBTQ+ Equality and Inclusion

Multiple hospitals earned high marks as Healthcare Equality Leader and High Performer designations.

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Bobby Olm-Shipman Named Chair of Kansas Hospital Association Board of Directors

Saint Luke’s South and East Region CEO shares priorities for his term leading KHA Board of Directors

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Blue Valley Post: Saint Luke's South Hospital Worker Spends Spare Time Helping Unhoused Kansas Citians

The Blue Valley Post talked to one Saint Luke's South employee who has helped the community's houseless population for nearly 25 years.

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The Kansas City Beacon: Our Pandemic Year: Local woman reflects on COVID-19 hospitalization

The Kansas City Beacon talked to Susan Mikulecky who was hospitalized at Saint Luke's South Hospital for COVID-19.

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Jim and Barbara: The Definition of ‘In This Together’ - Husband and Wife Face Lung Cancer

Over the years, they have done everything together: graduated high school, tied the knot, bought their first home, and raised a family. For all they have shared, they never dreamed of sharing a cancer diagnosis.