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Join us for an amazing discussion around organ donation. An anonymous donor previously donated a kidney and has now decided to donate part of her liver. Hear from doctors and the patient they saved.

The University of Kansas Health System and Children's Mercy are now have the NORD designation. That means we are recognized place for rare disorders and diseases. Today we speak with a patient about her care and hear from doctors about why this recognition matters to people in our region.

Could the pandemic have aged your brain — even if you never got COVID? A new study using brain scans suggests it's possible. But not all experts are ready to sign off on the findings. Up next, we hear from the doctors who've seen long COVID firsthand, and a neurologist who breaks down what 'brain aging' really looks like on an MRI — and what stress and isolation may have done to all of us.

Cancer care should be close to home. It's not just convenient, it's necessary for good patient outcomes. We take a closer look at the growing options in the Northland for patients and their families.

A young woman thought she had a simple infection--but it was breast cancer. She questions if lifestyle choices played a role in her diagnosis. We explore the link between alcohol and cancer.

When you are diagnosed with cancer, it's not just about the treatment... but the physical and emotional challenges. Missy's Boutique shows us it's more than medicine. We celebrate as patients find style and confidence.

An autoimmune disease left one woman battling joint pain, fatigue, and even lung problems. Learn how the health system is using a team approach--from rheumatology to pulmonology--to slow the damage.

In hospitals and clinics, AI is helping with data, diagnostics, and documentation so physicians can do what they do best: focus on their patients.   Today doctors with The University of Kansas Health System show n tell three ways AI is assisting them during your clinic visit… quietly transforming care behind the scenes.

A treatment for cancer now has applications for patients with sickle cell disease. Scientists genetically modify the patient's own blood cells—transforming them into healthy ones—and then infuse them back into the body. Listen to the inspiring journey of a patient undergoing this life-changing therapy at The University of Kansas Cancer Center for a pain-free future.

Every year we celebrate our birthday. Researchers are now learning our bodies don't age in a slow and steady process. We actually age in bursts and there are two key windows of time. Specialists with The University of Kansas Health System explain what's happening at ages 44 and 60.

It's back to school for millions of children. One challenge for some families is the food allergies their children face. Research shows food allergies among children are more common than ever. We'll explore the scope of the problem and learn strategies to keep children safe.

Medicine is a team sport whether it's a clinic or operating room. Nurses are there giving compassionate care. Meet the nurses supporting our Chief Medical Officers.

Sickle cell disease is painful, costly and now possibly- curable. A new treatment reprograms a person's own blood cells to fight the disease. We break down how it works and introduce you to a woman ready for relief.

Music stirs the soul, but can it heal the body? We'll show you the science turning melodies into medicine.

Measles was eliminated in the United States in 2000. It's now making a comeback with outbreaks identified in numerous states including Kansas. It's highly contagious and highly preventable. Infectious disease specialists put the current outbreak into perspective.