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Mar. 5, 2019

Saint Luke’s News: Advanced Heart Valve Disease Treatment Options

The number of people in the U.S. suffering from heart valve disease is increasing. Saint Luke’s Mid America Heart Institute has established a comprehensive multidisciplinary Valve Center dedicated to the latest surgical and catheter-based therapies to meet this rising demand.
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Feb. 28, 2019

FOX4: Heart Attacks Rising in Young Women

A recent study found the risk of heart attacks is increasing in young women. FOX4 talked to Dr. Tracy Stevens about SCAD and this rising trend.
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Feb. 28, 2019

KSHB: Woman Says Heart Monitoring Device Used by Cardiologists at Saint Luke's Saved Her Life

Linda Lamson says her mobile EKG device saved her life when she went into AFib. KSHB talked to Dr. Gupta about this technology and how it's helping doctors keep patients out of the hospital.
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Feb. 27, 2019

Better KC: Women's Heart Health

Heart disease is a woman's number one health threat. In the past 25 years, Saint Luke's Muriel I. Kauffman Women's Heart Center has raised awareness for women's heart health and been pioneers on researching the different symptoms women can experience. 
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Feb. 25, 2019

FOX4: Co-worker Pays it Forward to Saint Luke's Patient After Giving Birth to First Child

A patient at Saint Luke's East Hospital got a surprise visit after delivering her long-awaited bundle of joy. FOX4 worked with a co-worker to pay it forward to the new parents.
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Feb. 25, 2019

Innovative Valve-in-Valve Procedure Allows Mother to be More Active

Jersita Samo had been dealing with heart issues for half her lifetime when it got to the point where she could not do her typical day-to-day activities.
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Feb. 23, 2019

KMBC: Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Can Be Linked to Rare Form of Heart Disease

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome affects millions of Americans, but what most people do not know is that it can be linked to a rare form of heart disease. KMBC talked to Dr. Brett Sperry about a recent study and advanced treatment options at Saint Luke's.
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Feb. 22, 2019

KCTV: Saint Luke’s Working to Learn More About Pregnant Women with Heart Disease

After collapsing at work and losing her baby due to heart issues, Cheyenne is participating in a new study at Saint Luke's. KCTV talked to Dr. Schmidt about how it's helping pregnant women with heart disease.
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Feb. 20, 2019

FOX4: Doctors Say Shoveling Snow Can Increase Risk of Heart Problems

With another round of snow, you may have to shovel your driveway and sidewalks again. FOX4 talked to Dr. Hart about how shoveling can put stress on your heart and how to stay safe.