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A Mother's Fight: Melissa's ALS Journey and Her Hope for a Cure
At just 34, Melissa faced the unimaginable: an ALS diagnosis. With two young sons and a vibrant life, she leaned on her family and the Emory Healthcare ALS Center to find strength—and purpose.
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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.
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Solving a Years-Long Medical Mystery: John's Adult Congenital Heart Condition
After fainting spells and a cardiac emergency, John was ready for answers. That's when adult congenital heart disease specialists at Emory Heart & Vascular stepped in. 
 
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Recent Stories

  • Sep 26, 2024
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    Who Needs a Flu Shot and When?
    The flu shot is your best chance at preventing the flu. Learn when to get the shot, who is most at risk, and what's in the flu vaccine.
  • Sep 24, 2024
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    Take Control: Discussing Erectile Dysfunction with Your Provider Can Change Your Life
    Erectile dysfunction can feel embarrassing—but more than half of men ages 40 to 70 experience it. Talk with your doctor to find treatment.
  • Sep 24, 2024
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    Join Us In Starting The Emory Hillandale Hospital Community Garden
    As a Hospital, we take ownership of our potential as a community of healers. We feel empowered to fight against the climate crisis and connect through our shared love of gardening and stewardship.
  • Sep 16, 2024
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    Embracing Life with ALS
    An ALS diagnosis shocked Justin, but receiving progressive care at the ALS Center at Emory Healthcare has helped him maximize his quality of life.
  • Sep 9, 2024
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    New Prescription Weight Loss Drugs: What’s All the Hype?
    Prescription weight loss medicines, like Ozempic, are helping people lose as much as 20% of their body weight. They’re providing results—and also hope.
  • Aug 21, 2024
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    Nancy Finds Relief for Chronic Back and Leg Pain with Expert Spine Surgery
    When pain meds could no longer control her chronic back pain and sciatica, Nancy sought spine care at Emory Healthcare to regain her active lifestyle.
  • Aug 12, 2024
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    Trusting Her Doctor and Instincts Saved Toniya’s Life During a Cardiac Event
    Toniya, a 39-year-old mother and physical therapist, knew it was a cardiac event when she had sudden chest pains while driving. Learn how family, faith and her team of Emory cardiology experts got her through.

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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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