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  • Jan 4, 2022
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    Mental health care is central to every step of the cancer journey and all aspects of comprehensive cancer care.
  • Dec 31, 2021
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    Colon cancer is the third leading cause of cancer death in the U.S. but the death rate is in decline due to an increase in preventive screening. Learn more.
  • Dec 22, 2021
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    The foundation for successfully losing weight is developing a realistic and healthy program that fits your body and lifestyle. Here are five simple tips.
  • Dec 8, 2021
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    Learning more about how our brains work when we’re in love could also help treat autism, schizophrenia, and other mental health disorders.
  • Dec 8, 2021
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    Avoiding all illnesses may be impossible, but the experts at Emory Healthcare share tips on how to stay healthy and cut down the risk of getting sick.
  • Nov 19, 2021
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    Concussion rates are high among football players, but hits not clinically diagnosed as concussion can also affect brain structure and function.
  • Nov 16, 2021
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    Pancreatic cancer is a very aggressive disease that is prone to metastasizing or spreading. Learn 5 warning signs of this digestive disease.

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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