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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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Rare Infection Leads to Dan's Brain and Heart Surgery at Age 33
At age 33 and just six months married, Dan underwent brain and heart surgeries after a rare heart infection. With Emory Healthcare's expert care, he and wife Marcella found strength, healing and a new purpose in giving back.
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5 Ways to Reduce or Even Reverse Diabetes
More than 38 million people in the U.S. have diabetes and many don’t know they have it. Learn expert-backed ways to reduce or even reverse diabetes.
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Concussion Symptoms, Treatment & Recovery: What You Need to Know
Discover concussion symptoms, when to seek care and how advanced treatments help athletes recover — insights from Emory neurologist Dr. Heinzelmann-Weisbaum.
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Chrystal Shares Her Game Plan for Catching Breast Cancer Early
When Chrystal was diagnosed with stage 1 breast cancer in her early 40s, early detection made all the difference. Learn how screenings and a powerful patient-provider partnership with Winship Cancer Institute helped her thrive beyond cancer.
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How Not to Get Sick: 5 Tips to Stay Healthy All Year Long
Discover five expert-backed tips from Emory Healthcare to help you stay healthy year-round — from proper handwashing and vaccinations to surface cleaning and more.
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Recent Stories

  • Sep 30, 2025
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    Surgery En Pointe: Robotic-Assisted Knee Replacement Returns Laura to Ballet
    Robotic-assisted knee replacement surgery at Emory Healthcare helps patients like Laura, 77, stay on the move with less pain and faster healing. Read More
  • Sep 9, 2025
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    How Giacomo Got Back on the Race Track After an ACL Tear
    Professional motorcycle racer Giacomo raced for two years with a torn ACL. When the injury worsened, he turned to Emory for expert ACL care and a fast recovery. Read More
  • Aug 29, 2025
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    Permission to Heal: An Army Colonel’s Journey to Recovery
    After 30 years of military service and multiple deployments, Colonel (Ret.) Sean Fisher found support through the Emory Healthcare Veterans Program. Learn how structured care helped him reconnect with his family and manage the long-term effects of service. Read More
  • Aug 28, 2025
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    Mid-Flight Crisis Leads to Emergency Surgery at Emory Healthcare
    A mid-flight medical emergency led Steve to Emory Healthcare, where specialists diagnosed a serious esophageal condition. Learn how expert thoracic care helped him navigate a complex recovery and return to everyday life.  Read More
  • Aug 27, 2025
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    Understanding Prostate Cancer Screening: What You Need to Know
    Learn when and how to get screened for prostate cancer, who’s at risk, and how Emory Healthcare and Winship Cancer Institute are expanding access to early detection and expert care across Georgia.  Read More
  • Aug 19, 2025
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    Unmasking Cushing’s Disease: Carol’s Journey through Mystery Symptoms
    Carol's health was in a multi-year, mysterious decline—until a tiny, pea-sized tumor was discovered. Emory's pituitary experts uncovered the cause and the path forward. Read More
  • Aug 14, 2025
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    “I Choose to Live”—Beverly’s Journey with Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy
    After years of unexplained symptoms, Beverly learned she had hypertrophic cardiomyopathy. A complex surgery at Emory Healthcare turned things around. Read More

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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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