Morning Medical Update

11/13 | Morning Medical Update – Cancer – Dense Breast Tissue Couldn't Hide Her Cancer From the Right Screening Tool Dense breast tissue too often hides cancer that can go undetected even with regular mammograms. For the best outcomes, dense breast tissue may require 3D mammography and other advanced screenings read by highly trained radiologists. A panel of experts will also explain how changes in Missouri law go one step further in helping women with dense breast tissue.

Months of unexplained symptoms left one young woman struggling to walk, drive, and even see. Discover how a correct diagnosis of multiple sclerosis at The University of Kansas Health System, and months of rehabilitation helped her reclaim her life.

Everyone cancer survivor has a story. Colin Sample's is one of resilience, unexpected setbacks and hope. After battling aplastic anemia, a bone marrow transplant and leukemia, Colin found another chance through CAR-T cellular therapy and a second transplant at The University of Kansas Cancer Center. Today, he's in remission, raising his daughter and sharing his story to inspire others facing cancer.

A Lawrence woman wanted to donate her kidney to a child she'd never met. When she wasn't a match, her next decision sparked something extraordinary: A 24-person chain, giving 12 recipients, including two other children, a second chance at life.

Mike Ryken was flying a plane 1,200 feet in the air when fuel began pouring into the cockpit and flames engulfed him. He survived the landing but suffered devastating burns that ultimately led to the amputation of both hands and both legs. In this episode, hear Mike's remarkable story of survival, multiple surgeries, rehabilitation and rebuilding his life with determination and resilience. His journey recently earned him a place in The University of Kansas Health System's Rehabilitation Hall of Fame.

When Alecia Bone was diagnosed with cancer, she needed a bone marrow donor. Her match was found thousands of miles away in Wales. That stranger became so much more than a donor. Today, Alecia calls him family. And her story has come full circle. She's now part of a team working at the very cancer center where she once received care. ❤️ It's a story of hope, connection and the people who change our lives in extraordinary ways.

Army veteran Sid Giffin typically shies away from the spotlight, but his story marks a significant milestone for himself and The University of Kansas Health System. Sid marks the 2,026th liver transplant achieved in the year 2026. Gratitude and emotion shine through as Sid walks us through his remarkable story and second chance at life.

Broadcast journalist Alyssa Jackson was 26, healthy and busy chasing stories when she found a lump. A mammogram revealed the most common form of breast cancer. This young reporter shares how that diagnosis and an advanced treatment plan changed everything.

She was a nurse caring for patients, then suddenly she became one. A shocking stage 4 diagnosis. An aggressive fight. And now, no evidence of disease.

Rita Jones was pregnant with her fourth child in July 2025 when she discovered a small lump in her breast thought to be a routine pregnancy change. After giving birth, the lump had doubled in size, leading to a devastating triple-negative breast cancer diagnosis. With four small children to raise, Rita relied on advanced treatments at The University of Kansas Cancer Center and is now cancer-free.