Cardiac arrest

When someone has a heart attack outside of a hospital, a bystander can save their life by giving them CPR. A new study by a St. Luke's cardiologist and a team of researchers shows the survival benefits vary by race and sex.

The shooting of 16-year-old Ralph Yarl in Kansas City has put more attention on Missouri’s self-defense laws, known as the "castle doctrine" and "Stand Your Ground." But will they help the shooter escape a conviction in this case? Plus: Lawmakers in some states — including Missouri — are considering legislation to require automated external defibrillators, or AEDs, in schools.

During heart health awareness month, a cardiologist shares what's known about SCAD, a condition that led one woman to suffer three cardiac events in three years. It's the leading cause of heart attacks in women under 50.

If a person suddenly collapses, CPR could mean the difference between life and death. That’s the message coming from city and hospital leaders in Kansas…

We've all heard the CPR checklist: Check the airway, start chest compressions, tilt the head back, and breathe.But here’s something that’s not taught at…

People in Kansas City, Mo. are more likely to survive cardiac arrest and have better long-term outcomes compared to many other cities. That’s according to…