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The Truth Behind Common Flu Shot Misconceptions

As we move into fall, you might be feeling at the top of your game—you’ve made it a priority to exercise regularly, eat a balanced diet, and get stress under control. Plus, you’re one of those people who just doesn’t get sick very often. You might be wondering: Can I skip getting a flu shot?

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KMBC: Wisconsin Women Finds Hope At Saint Luke's After Stage 4 Breast Cancer Diagnosis

In 2017, Bernadette Priestley was diagnosed with stage 4 metastatic breast cancer. She was 37-years-old—and her two young children were just three and five years old.

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Researchers Say Genes from Ancient Mummies May Explain Why Heart Disease Is So Common Today
The same genes that predispose humans to atherosclerosis, the disease that causes heart attacks and strokes, may have advantages earlier in life, new findings published in the American Heart Association’s scientific journal Circulation suggest.

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TODAY: A Twist on the Mediterranean Diet Is 'Ideal' for Heart Health, Cardiologist Says
Many are familiar with the Mediterranean diet, which focuses on plant foods such as fruits, vegetables, legumes, whole grains, seeds and nuts, plus the liberal use of extra virgin olive oil.

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Wisconsin Mother Flies to KC for Metastatic Breast Cancer Care

Bernadette Priestley had just moved back to Wisconsin from London with her husband and two boys when her life changed forever.   

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Health News You Can Use: Managing Breast Cancer Treatment Side Effects

Breast cancer is the most common cancer in women, aside from skin cancers. Treatment like radiation and chemotherapy can take a toll on the body, causing side effects such as fatigue, hair loss, and nausea.

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On the Road to Better Heart Health
At 66, Craig has spent half his life with coronary heart disease (CAD). His first heart attack occurred in his early 30s, and he has since had two bypass surgeries and 30-plus coronary stent placements to keep his heart healthy.

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Hedrick Family Care Scheduling Influenza Vaccinations for Established Patients
Influenza vaccinations at Hedrick Family Care will begin on Monday, September 15, and can be scheduled any day Monday through Friday for established patients.

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KCTV: Saint Luke’s Patient Avoids Third Open Heart Surgery Thanks to Minimally Invasive Procedure
Born with congenital heart disease, 41-year-old Christin Murphy has undergone three heart surgeries to repair pulmonary valves. They have been tough to get through, but Murphy says this latest one at Saint Luke’s changed her outlook.

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Physician's Weekly: Quality Improvement Initiative Ups Adherence to Medical Therapy for Heart Failure
A recent study led by Andrew Sauer, M.D., cardiologist at Saint Luke’s Mid America Heart Institute, showed that for patients with heart failure, hospital participation in the IMPLEMENT-HF initiative improves patient care.