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Jul. 11, 2020

KSHB: Lee's Summit man celebrates leaving hospital after three months-long COVID-19 battle

After being in the hospital for more than three months with COVID-19, Everidge Cade's sendoff at Saint Luke's Rehabilitation Institute was more than just a fond farewell. KSHB talked to the 73-year-old about his story of survival and Dr. Brad Steinle.
Jul. 11, 2020

KSHB: Health officials say proper sample collection key for accurate COVID-19 self-tests

Some COVID-19 testing sites across the Kansas City area outside of Saint Luke's Health System are asking people to self-swab. KSHB talked to Ginny Boos, PhD, RN, about the key for accurate test results.
Jul. 10, 2020

KMBC: Doctor says there's no excuse for not wearing a mask

Dr. Andrew Schlachter says there is plenty of science behind wearing masks and has a message for those who don't want to cover their faces.
Jul. 9, 2020

KSHB: Positive coronavirus cases continue to climb in KC metro

The Kansas City metro saw its second-highest number of COVID-19 cases in a single day Wednesday. KSHB talked to Dr. Marc Larsen about what people can do to stop this trend from continuing.
Jul. 7, 2020

KCTV: Foods to boost your immune system

KCTV came to Saint Luke's Muriel I. Kauffman Women's Heart Center's Food As Medicine Everyday Kitchen to talk about foods that can boost your immune system.
Jul. 7, 2020

Courier Tribune: FAME: Expert discusses healthy summer snack options

Instilling nutritious eating habits at an early age can create lifelong practices that promote good health. The Courier Tribune talked to Lucas Schubert with Saint Luke's Food As Medicine Everyday (FAME) program about healthy snack and drink options for summer.
Jul. 4, 2020

KCTV: Fireworks and hand sanitizer could make for dangerous combination on July 4th

Doctors warn there may be added risk for fireworks injuries this year during the pandemic. KCTV talked to Dr. Tom McEwan about why hand sanitizer and fireworks are a dangerous combination.
FOX 4 News. Man cooking steaks over a grill.
Jul. 4, 2020

FOX4: Saint Luke's doctor shares ways to stay COVID-19 safe during Fourth of July celebrations

As Americans gear up to celebrate the Fourth of July, FOX4 talked to Dr. Sarah Boyd about things you can do to stay COVID-19 safe over the holiday weekend.
KMBC 9 abc. Photo of Carol Lance and her new baby, Harmony.
Jul. 3, 2020

KMBC: Doctors urge pregnant women to be extra cautious as growing number test positive for COVID-19

The number of pregnant women testing positive for COVID-19 is going up in the Kansas City area. KMBC talked to Dr. Ingenue Cobbinah about what precautions expectant mothers should take.