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Nina Offers a Helping Paw to Saint Luke’s Cancer Patients

Ten years ago, Nina, a Lake Winnebago resident, was diagnosed with a rare form of breast cancer that led to a partial mastectomy followed by radiation treatment at Saint Luke’s Hospital of Kansas City.

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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.

10 Tips for Healthy Holiday Eating

It’s hard to believe we’re already so deep into 2025—and somehow, the holidays are here. Ready or not.

After 17 years working as a dietitian, the most common thing I tell my patients when discussing the holidays is, “Thankfully they come, and thankfully they go.”  

If you’re like me, I do well most months of the year in staying on track with my health and fitness goals. Better yet, I’ve noticed my habits becoming more habitual as I age. Even so, I’m reminded how hard it can be to get back into a comfortable routine after the holiday derailments each December.

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Gloria Coffman Named Wright Memorial Hospital Employee of Quarter

TRENTON, Mo. — Gloria Coffman, a member of our environment services team at Wright Memorial Hospital, was honored as the hospital's Employee of the Quarter.

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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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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.

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Misty Houghton Named Wright Memorial Hospital Employee of Quarter

The Employee of the Quarter Award recognizes an employee who provides exemplary service, goes above and beyond to support colleagues, or assists and comforts patients and their families.

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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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Regain Your Confidence: Take Control of Your Pelvic Floor Health
Urinary incontinence affects millions of women, and many believe it’s something they just must live with. It’s not.

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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.