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Recent Stories

  • May 27, 2025
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    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.
  • May 22, 2025
    Emory Hillandale Hospital location
    Discover the latest milestones, innovations and changes at Emory Hillandale Hospital in this episode of 'View from the Hill.' Join Jennifer Phillips as she interviews CEO Jen Schuck about the hospital's unique qualities, community partnerships, and reimagining care through leading-edge renovations. 
  • May 19, 2025
    Dr Billen greets patient Greg
    Retired police officer Greg shares his journey from bladder cancer diagnosis to being cancer-free, thanks to expert care and a clinical trial at Winship Cancer Institute.
  • May 15, 2025
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    Water is always the best drink choice, but drinking plain water can be boring. Try these infused water recipes to add flavor and nutrients to your water.
  • May 12, 2025
    Bry Edwards receives Athletic Trainer of the Year Award
    Emory Healthcare's Bry Edwards was named Atlanta Falcons Athletic Trainer of the Year, highlighting Emory's deep commitment to the health and safety of young athletes in the metro Atlanta area.
  • May 12, 2025
    John on ski trip
    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.
  • May 9, 2025
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    After a decade of service and life changes, military couple Kate and Sam found unexpected support through the Emory Healthcare Veterans Program.

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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