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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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Health News You Can Use: Heart Valve Disease
Dr. Adnan Chhatriwalla, interventional cardiologist at Saint Luke’s Mid America Heart Institute, talks about symptoms of heart valve disease, treatment, and keys to long-term heart health.
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KCTV: The Importance of Breast Screenings and Prevention
KCTV speaks to Dr. Mary Mitchell about the importance of breast screenings and prevention during Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
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Hedrick Physician Encourages Screening During National Breast Cancer Awareness Month in October
According to the National Cancer Institute, about 40% of women have dense breast tissue, which makes it more difficult to find breast cancer early.
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Wright Physician Encourages Screening During National Breast Cancer Awareness Month in October
According to the National Cancer Institute, about 40% of women have dense breast tissue, which makes it more difficult to find breast cancer early.
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Health News You Can Use: Breast Density and Early Detection of Breast Cancer
Dr. Ruby Meierotto joins us to talk about breast density, breast cancer screening, and early breast cancer detection.
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KSHB: New Ruling Says Patients Must Be Notified of Breast Density After a Mammogram
Dr. Mary Mitchell, chief of breast radiology at Saint Luke's, talks to KSHB about what dense breast tissue is and how it impacts your risk of developing breast cancer.
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Kansas City Beacon: New COVID Vaccines Are on Their Way. What You Need to Know
The Kansas City Beacon talked to Dr. Sarah Boyd about when you should get tested for the virus and what to do if you test positive.
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The Kansas City Beacon: COVID in Kansas City: Local Experts Answer Your Questions Going into the New Year
What do I do if I’m exposed? How can I stay safe while traveling? What’s the difference between COVID and the flu? Dr. Sarah Boyd, infectious disease physician at Saint Luke's Health System, answers.
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Cardiovascular Business: TAVR Linked to Favorable Outcomes for Asymptomatic and Minimally Symptomatic Patients—But is it Necessary?
TAVR in asymptomatic and minimally symptomatic patients is associated with a high survival rate, but relatively minor improvements, according to new research.