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Covering Kansas City, MO. Journey of a lifetime for transplant patient. KMBC 9 abc
Oct. 17, 2019

KMBC: Saint Luke's heart transplant recipient completes 50-mile Grand Canyon hike

Just over two years after receiving a life-saving heart transplant, Nate Miller achieved an enormous feat by hiking a 50-mile treck through the Grand Canyon in hopes of inspiring other transplant patients. KMBC has the full story.
Only on 41 Action News: clinical trial fro artery disease. St. Luke's Hospital taking part. 41 Action News.
Oct. 16, 2019

KSHB: Game-changing new procedure uses sound waves to break up blockages in arteries

A new procedure is giving patients a less invasive treatment option for artery disease. KSHB talked to Dr. Anthony Hart about how it works.
Image of foods that give omega-3's such as fish, avacado, nuts, eggs, oil, and seeds on a cutting board on a black chalkboard background
Oct. 15, 2019

Randomized Trials Show Fish Oil Reduces Risk of Cardiovascular Illness

Omega-3 fatty acids, commonly known as fish oil, have been proven to significantly reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease according to a new scientific paper co-authored by cardiologist Dr. James O’Keefe from the Saint Luke’s Mid America Heart Institute and published in the Journal of Mayo Clinic Proceedings.
graphic of a mom holding a baby
Oct. 9, 2019

KC Baby: Newborn Care 101

Transitioning your life with a newborn can be overwhelming. Saint Luke's board-certified women’s health nurse practitioner talks about an important tip once you are at home with the new baby.
FOX 4 News. 8:42. Lucas Schubert making roasted Brussels sprouts on the FOX4 morning show.
Oct. 9, 2019

FOX4: FAME: Immune-Boosting Roasted Brussels Sprouts

Lucas Schubert, Nutritional Coordinator with Saint Luke's Mid America Heart Institute and the Food As Medicine Everyday (FAME) program, shares an easy immune-boosting recipe ahead of flu season with the FOX4 morning show.
A woman holds a patient
Oct. 8, 2019

Anderson County Hospital announces the addition of new service line

Senior Life Solutions, an intensive outpatient group therapy program, is designed to meet the unique needs of adults 65 and older who are struggling with symptoms of depression and anxiety.
Group photo of the Cath Lab team at Saint Luke's Hospital of Kansas City
Oct. 7, 2019

Team Highlight: Cath Lab and EP Lab Nurses at Saint Luke’s Mid America Heart Institute

The Saint Luke's Cath Lab and EP Lab teams play key roles in saving and improving the lives of many in cardiac emergencies. Nurses Kim Filla and Holly Steinshouer explain what their teams do every day.
Health Alert: Doctors urge people to get flu shots now - KMBC9 - ABC
Oct. 4, 2019

KMBC: Doctors urge people to get flu shots now for the 2019-2020 flu season

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is warning that this year's flu season could be severe. Doctors say you should get your flu shot now.
New at 10:00. Baby's graduation walk. Covering Lee's Summit, MO. KMBC 9 abc
Oct. 4, 2019

Media Coverage: Baby born early graduates from NICU at Saint Luke's East Hospital

After spending 40 days in the NICU, Saint Luke's East held a special celebration for one baby who was born eight weeks early. KMBC and FOX4 talked to the baby's parents and NICU nurses for the special occasion.