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Ingram's: Cancer’s Bell Tolls: How Health Systems Are Responding to Rising Rates of Chronic Disease
According to the American Cancer Society’s annual reports, the U.S. has seen a steady increase of invasive cancer diagnoses each year since 2021, rising about 7-8 percent in just four years.

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The Afternoon Drive: How to Keep Your Kidneys Healthy
In the United States, an estimated 9 in 10 adults with chronic kidney disease are unaware of their condition.

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KMBC: Meet The American Shepherd Bringing Cheer to Heart Patients at Saint Luke's
On special days, Dr. Bethany Austin brings more than her stethoscope to round on heart failure patients at Saint Luke’s Hospital of Kansas City.

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New Treatment Gives Heart Patient a Fresh Start

For years, Nolan Shoots lived on edge. The 71-year-old resident of Trenton, Missouri, knew the feeling: a sudden tightening in his chest and a moment of fear before his implantable defibrillator delivered a small shock to correct his dangerous heart rhythm.

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A Rare Heart Condition During Pregnancy Leads Joplin Woman to Saint Luke’s

First-time expecting mom and patient advocate Barbara Willis, 42, developed numbness in her right arm, blindness in her left eye, and a headache that felt like lightning on her face. The sudden changes in symptoms led her to seek emergency care, on Nov. 22, 2025, at her local hospital.

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KSHB: Valve Repair Surgery Changes Course of Young Woman's Life After Dangerous Heart Infection
Katie Edwards was 28 years old when she was diagnosed with a heart infection that could have jeopardized her dream of having children. Then a second opinion from Saint Luke's changed everything.

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Protecting Your Heart Through Primary Care

Your heart is at the core of your well-being, and ensuring heart health is critical for a long and active life.

According to the American Heart Association, half of adults in the U.S. have some type of cardiovascular disease. Because heart disease is so common, understanding your personal risk and taking early preventive steps can make a meaningful difference.

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KCTV: Kansas City Officials Monitor Infectious Disease Spread Ahead of World Cup
KCTV talked with local health officials, including Dr. Michael Main, chief clinical officer at Saint Luke's, about how they are preparing for this influx in visitors and the potential for infectious disease spread.

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KSHB: Kansas City Priest Thankful for New Heart Medication That ‘Changed His Life’
When Father Greg Haskamp started experiencing shortness of breath and difficulty celebrating mass, he turned to one of his parishioners, Saint Luke's cardiologist Dr. Michael Nassif, for help.

Keeping a Healthy Heart Starts with Primary Care

Your heart health is in your hands. Simple lifestyle choices—like staying active, eating well, and getting regular checkups—can go a long way in protecting your heart.  

While heart disease is common in the U.S., affecting millions of adults, the good news is that most cases are preventable. By taking proactive steps today, you can reduce your risk and support a healthier heart for years to come.