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NCI Cancer Center Designation Renewal: Winship Is "Outstanding"
The first and only NCI-designated cancer center in the state of Georgia, the Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University has been rated “Outstanding” by the National Cancer Institute as the NCI renewed Winship’s designation as an NCI-Designated Cancer Center for five years.
- Find out why the NCI scored Winship as "oustanding."
- Watch this patient video to learn from Winship patients what makes it such a special place for comprehensive cancer care.
Proper Nutrition for an Active Vegan Lifestyle
It turns out that a healthy diet for an active vegan doesn't differ much from one for an active omnivore. Everybody needs the same energy-sustaining fuel, and effective fuels don’t have to be meat, eggs or dairy products. But how do you make sure you’re eating the right foods to keep you going strong during your workouts? Whether you're participating in cardio or strength training, it’s all about getting the fuel your body needs both during and after working out. Check out our nutrition tips for active vegans.
News From the Adult Congenital Heart Center
The Emory Adult Congenital Heart (EACH) Center has been selected as one of five centers in the country to participate in a collaborative academic-community education program aimed at improving options for the growing community of people living with congenital heart defects. In addition, the Adult Congential Heart Center's Medical Director, Wendy Book, MD has been asked to serve on the the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's (CDC's) Expert Panel on Adults With Congenital Heart Disease. Get details on all the news from the EACH Center!
The Healthy Benefits of Proper Breathing
Many of us forget that oxygen is the most important chemical in our body. 70% of our bodies' waste products are removed through breathing. Deep breathing exercises have always been trendy, but few people actually do them! Practicing proper breathing exercises can result improved cognitive ability, decreased stress, and even a stronger heart. Check out a few of these simple breathing exercises.
Emory is Expanding! We're on the Move!
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Department | Moving From | Moving To | As of (Date) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sinus, Nasal & Allergy Center |
11th floor, Midtown Medical Office Tower |
9th floor, Midtown Medical Office Tower |
August 6, 2012 | |
| Dermatology | The Emory Clinic (TEC) Building A | 1525 Clifton Road | August 13, 2012 | |
| ENT/Otolaryngology | The Emory Clinic (TEC) Building A | 9th floor, Midtown Medical Office Tower |
August 20, 2012 |
Check out this page for details on these moves, and for information on all of our departmental moves and growth, visit: http://emoryhealthcare.org/expansion
