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Learning he needed a double lung transplant came as a shock to Kevin Beale, a lifelong athlete. Follow his remarkable journey.
Scott Heysell knows colon cancer is on the rise in young people. He didn't expect it to hit him at the peak of his career. The doctor shares his journey.
Bobbye Cohen knew that a severe headache meant trouble. When that headache finally came, she survived her brain aneurysm rupture thanks to UVA Health.
In addition to blue eyes and brown hair, Megan inherited a high risk for breast cancer from her dad. Learn how UVA Cancer Center experts help her protect her health.
Chemo and other drugs couldn't knock out Bob Falter's lymphoma, a clinical trial at UVA Health saved his life. Watch his story.
New infant screenings in Virginia caught newborn Logan's genetic disorder. For the first time, UVA Children's experts could use gene therapy to help a child avoid severe symptoms.
An ALS prognosis is bleak. Read how one beloved doctor with ALS is taking action to get treatments approved faster.
Roy Wood's longtime friend, Cynthia Hinkle, helped Roy get quick emergency help by using BE FAST to recognize Roy's signs of stroke.
If you have high blood pressure, stroke is a real threat. Plus, learn 6 uncommon stroke causes.
Meet the little girl who was freed from seizures with an amazing brain surgery.
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