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Jul 17, 2024Sudden cardiac arrest in athletes is rare but serious. Athletes can work with a sports cardiologist to stay active and safe.
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Jul 16, 2024Get a personal trainer’s tips to start a new exercise routine and stick with it, improving your overall health and well-being.
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Jul 10, 2024Breast cancers detected by screening mammography have higher cure rates than those diagnosed when a mass is large enough to be felt on self-exam.
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Jul 9, 2024Discover how Emory’s groundbreaking electricity-based heart treatment offers new hope for patients deemed too high risk for traditional heart surgeries.
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Jul 8, 2024To capture a candid glimpse into what makes Emory heart doctors tick, we invited 12 accomplished team members to interview each other on camera in pairs.
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Jul 8, 2024The neuromodulator Crystal received from her neurosurgery at Emory University Hospital helped her regain an active life and even climb Mt. Whitney.
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Jul 8, 2024Like many retired NFL players, Alge Crumpler struggled with his health. His 4-year health journey with Emory Healthcare is documented.
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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