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  • May 20, 2022
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    New research finds mental stress is even more dangerous than physical stress for your heart. Learn how to better manage stress risk.
  • May 15, 2022
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    Pat Principe, 81, struggled with back and leg pain before she found relief through spine surgery at Emory Orthopaedics & Spine Center.
  • May 10, 2022
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    Good women's health should be celebrated and protected. Stay on track with an annual wellness exam at your OB/GYN office.
  • May 5, 2022
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    Natasha was looking for a way to heal her ankle and stay mobile. A new, innovative ankle replacement surgery gave her the solution she needed.
  • May 2, 2022
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    About 700 women die each year in the U.S. as a result of pregnancy or delivery complications. Most maternal deaths are preventable. Learn more.
  • May 1, 2022
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    Despite their high media visibility, glioblastomas are actually quite rare. In fact, 4 out of 5 brain cancers are not glioblastomas.
  • May 1, 2022
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    Check out Emory Healthcare's Advancing Your Health blog for health tips on maintaining a healthy lifestyle, patient stories about innovative care, and the latest health news and research from Georgia’s most comprehensive academic medical system.

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Patient Stories

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