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Jun 24, 2024Learn about sun safety and the many ways to protect your skin, including proper sunscreen usage and treating sunburn.
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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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Jun 25, 2024Summer activities can cause unexpected injuries. Learn more about staying safer in the summer and what to expect when you visit an emergency department.
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Jun 26, 2024Emory physicians made up nearly 40% of Atlanta magazine’s 2024 Top Doctors list. Learn more about these doctors, their services and locations.
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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 23, 2024Sarcomas are rare cancers that begin in bones or soft tissues like muscles, fat, blood vessels or nerves. Because they are rare and there are many different types, they need special care for diagnosis and treatment.
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Jun 5, 2024Emory Healthcare's Integrated Memory Care Clinic becomes the primary care provider for dementia patients, managing everything from a cold to behavioral changes.
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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