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The Emory Knee Surgery that Restored Monica Pearson's Mobility
Atlanta icon Monica Pearson conquered knee pain and reclaimed her active life after robotic-assisted partial knee replacement at Emory Healthcare.
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Where Sports and Medicine Team Up: The Doctors Behind Atlanta’s Pros
Emory Healthcare sports medicine treats Atlanta’s pro teams and everyday patients with advanced orthopaedic care, injury prevention, innovative treatments and faster recovery outcomes.
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Seasonal Allergies: Symptoms, Triggers and the Best Ways to Find Relief
Struggling with seasonal allergies? Learn common symptoms, top triggers, how to check pollen counts and the most effective treatments for allergy relief.
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Why Colorectal Cancer is Rising in Young Adults
Dr. Patrick Sullivan, a colorectal surgeon at Emory Winship Cancer Institute, explains colorectal cancer’s rise in early onset cases, lists symptoms you shouldn’t ignore and encourages screenings starting at age 45 to save lives.
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Aortic Dissection: A Serious, Often Missed Heart Condition
Emory Healthcare cardiac and vascular surgeons are sharing their expertise and raising awareness about an overlooked condition, aortic dissection.
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What’s the Difference Between Doctors, PAs and NPs?
Confused about the roles of doctors, physician assistants (PAs) and nurse practitioners (NPs)? Learn how these providers work together at Emory Healthcare to deliver expert, team-based care.
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  • Jun 8, 2026
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    The Difference Between Dehydration, Heat Exhaustion and Heat Stroke
    Learn the signs and symptoms of dehydration, heat exhaustion and heat stroke, as well as the best way to prevent and treat each heat illness. Read More
  • May 27, 2026
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    Behind the Doors of Emory Healthcare’s Serious Communicable Diseases Unit
    Go inside Emory’s Serious Communicable Diseases Unit, where highly trained teams stand ready to care for patients with the world’s most dangerous infections. Read More
  • May 26, 2026
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    Healthy on the Go: 7 Tips to Avoid Getting Sick While Traveling
    Stay healthy while you explore the world! Discover 7 expert-backed travel tips to avoid illness and injury on the go—from must-have items to pack to travel red flags to avoid. Read More
  • May 11, 2026
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    Stroke Awareness: Know the Signs of Stroke & How to Act
    Every minute counts when it comes to stroke. Learn stroke symptoms and risk factors, and how to respond. Read More
  • May 11, 2026
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    ACL Tears: What You Need to Know to Protect Your Knees
    Learn how ACL (anterior cruciate ligament) tears happen, who’s most at risk, and the best ways to treat and prevent this common knee injury. Read More
  • May 5, 2026
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    The Essential Well-Woman Visit: Your Guide to Lifelong Health 
    An annual well-woman visit with an OB-GYN focuses on whole-person health, including screenings, reproductive care, menopause, and changes across every life stage. Read More
  • Apr 30, 2026
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    Glioblastoma: The Well-Known Brain Cancer That’s Rare But Aggressive
    Glioblastoma is a well-known type of brain cancer but is actually rare and makes up only a small share of malignant brain tumors. Winship Cancer Institute neurosurgeon Edjah Nduom, MD, shares insights on risk factors, diagnosis and advances in treating this aggressive disease. 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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