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Who Needs a Flu Shot and When?
The flu shot is your best chance at preventing the flu. Learn when to get the shot, who is most at risk, and what's in the flu vaccine.
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Emory Healthcare Has Resources To Help with the Medicare Enrollment Process
Do you or a family member or loved one have questions about a Medicare insurance plan? Emory Healthcare has the tools to help you.
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The Mediterranean Diet: A Heart-Healthy Way To Eat
The Mediterranean diet greatly reduces the risk of cardiovascular disease. Learn how to incorporate Mediterranean eating into your diet today.
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A Second Opinion Can Change Everything
A second opinion can change everything. Understanding your options can increase confidence and alleviate worry about the decisions you are making for your heart health and the future.
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Strong Moms: The Importance of Exercise Before, During and After Pregnancy
Exercising before, during and after pregnancy can improve health for mom and baby, make for an easier delivery and reduce premature births.
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Emory Hospitals Recognized for LGBTQ+ Health Care Best Practices
Emory Healthcare hospitals have been recognized by the Human Rights Campaign Foundation for their LGBTQ+ health care best practices.
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Recent Stories

  • Nov 19, 2024
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    Ready for the Unexpected When Things Don’t Go According to the Birth Plan
    When Novah’s birth didn’t go according to Charday’s plan, the maternity and NICU teams at Emory Decatur Hospital ensured their health and safety.
  • Nov 18, 2024
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    What To Know About Gender-Affirming Hysterectomy
    Emory Healthcare offers gender-affirming hysterectomy for people who are transgender and gender non-binary.
  • Nov 8, 2024
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    Young Adulthood. Interrupted. By Cancer.
    Unfortunately, cancer rates are rising in young adults. We recently spoke to four women who received a cancer diagnosis at a young age and relied on the experts at Winship Cancer Institute to guide their care.
  • Nov 5, 2024
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    The Mediterranean Diet: A Heart-Healthy Way To Eat
    The Mediterranean diet greatly reduces the risk of cardiovascular disease. Learn how to incorporate Mediterranean eating into your diet today.
  • Oct 29, 2024
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    When Her Breast Cancer Returned, Jill Found Hope in a Clinical Trial
    When Jill’s breast cancer returned, she joined a Winship clinical trial. Now, she’s cancer-free, and her trial led to a new standard of care.
  • Oct 25, 2024
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    A Second Opinion Can Change Everything
    A second opinion can change everything. Understanding your options can increase confidence and alleviate worry about the decisions you are making for your heart health and the future.
  • Oct 24, 2024
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    Pitching Without Pain: A Game Plan for Injury Prevention in Baseball
    Elbow and shoulder injuries are becoming more common in baseball players--even as young as middle-schoolers. Learn prevention tips from Emory Healthcare orthopaedic surgeon Kyle Hammond, MD.

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Patient Stories

The Remaking of a Pro: The Health Journey of Former Atlanta Falcons Player Alge Crumpler

Alge Crumpler: Remaking of A Pro

A four-time All-Pro tight end with an NFL career spanning a decade with the Falcons, Patriots, Titans and Jaguars, Alge Crumpler was a legend on and off the field.

Alge, 44, built a reputation as a leader at his position and a leader among his teammates. However, like many elite athletes, he struggled to make the transition from the field to post-professional play life
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