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• Louisiana warns against flesh-eating bacteria after five deaths

  08-08-2026 21:35 via nbcnews.com
  
  Louisiana health officials are urging residents to take precautions against a flesh-eating bacterial infection following the deaths of five people this year.
  
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• Back-to-school shoe sale: Save up to 55% off Nike, Crocs, New Balance, Brooks and more

  08-08-2026 15:00 via nbcnews.com
  
  Shop back-to-school shoe deals up to 55% off top brands like Nike, New Balance, and Crocs. Find popular styles for kids and adults before prices go up.
  
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• What watching sports does to your mind and body, according to scientists

  08-08-2026 01:57 via nbcnews.com
  Scientists find watching sports raises fans’ heart rates, spikes cortisol, and may even affect cardiovascular health – but researchers say the social benefits can outweigh the risks. From World Cup fever to the Knicks’ title run to a new NFL season, NBC News' Dr. Akshay Syal looks at what cheering on your favorite team does to your body.
  
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• How 3 health factors can help delay dementia for up to 13 years

  07-08-2026 18:45 via nbcnews.com
  
  New research from NYU Langone Health found that people who avoid three vascular risk factors in middle age had about 13 more dementia-free years.
  
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• Need a Summer Wellness Reset? Ally Love Shares 4 Ways to Do It

  07-08-2026 15:55 via today.com
  August is National Wellness Month so if you’re in need of a reset, Ally Love has four pillars to help you do just that. She shares ways to move, nourish, rest and connect.
  
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• Are Budget Cuts Behind Recent Outbreaks in Foodborne Illnesses?

  07-08-2026 13:21 via today.com
  The CDC and the FDA are saying the tainted lettuce and jalapeños linked to contaminated food illnesses have been traced to Mexico where 63% of all vegetables imported to the United States are grown. Now, some experts are saying recent budget cuts by the Trump administration could have played a role in the outbreak of those illnesses. NBC’s Anne Thompson reports for TODAY. 
  
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• Influencer Sydney Towle dies at 26 after documenting rare cancer illness

  07-08-2026 02:47 via nbcnews.com
  Sydney Towle, who shared her treatment for a rare form of cancer called Cholangiocarcinoma, has died. Towle used her social media to challenge assumptions about how people with serious illnesses live their lives. NBC News' Dana Griffin reports.
  
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• Michigan says salad is safe again as state’s cyclosporiasis cases fall

  06-08-2026 22:31 via nbcnews.com
  
  The state health department said residents can resume buying bagged salads but should still avoid recalled lettuce.
  
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• These sturdy moving bags are great for moving clothes, linens and more — they’re over 30% off

  06-08-2026 15:52 via nbcnews.com
  
  These moving bags are perfect for moving back into dorms for back-to- school season or transitioning to a small apartment, and they’re 32% off.
  
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• See the Important Medical Checkups by the Decade

  06-08-2026 15:31 via today.com
  Growing older means your health concerns and what doctors you visit will evolve, so board-certified internist Dr. Heather Hirsch stops by TODAY to share what doctor visits to make at every age. She also explains what the most common health changes are by the decade, and what issues to look out for.
  
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• FDA Approves First-Ever mRNA Flu Shot, From Moderna

  06-08-2026 14:19 via today.com
  The Food and Drug Administration on Wednesday approved mFlusiva from drugmaker Moderna, the country’s first flu shot that uses mRNA technology. In a late-stage trial, mFlusiva was found to be about 27% more effective than a standard flu shot among older adults.
  
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• Salmonella Outbreak Linked to Jalapeños Spreads to 27 States

  06-08-2026 13:13 via today.com
  The CDC is now tracking hundreds of salmonella cases, including dozens of hospitalizations, across 27 states. The surge is prompting Mexican-style food chain Qdoba to proactively pull jalapeño peppers from all of its restaurants “out of an abundance of caution.” It comes amid unanswered questions surrounding the cyclospora outbreak linked to lettuce. NBC’s Maggie Vespa reports and NBC medical contributor Dr. John Torres joins TODAY with what you need to know about sympto
  
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• FDA approves 1st mRNA flu shot, from Moderna

  06-08-2026 04:25 via nbcnews.com
  
  The vaccine, called mFlusiva, was approved for older adults. In trials, it was found to be about 27% more effective than a standard flu shot.
  
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• Coverage for GLP-1 denied after weight loss

  06-08-2026 01:20 via nbcnews.com
  In our series “The Cost of Denial” NBC News’ Liz Kreutz reports on the debate over when and how to cover popular weight loss drugs, especially after a patient sheds the pounds. Should GLP-1s be covered as maintenance drugs?
  
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• Salmonella outbreak linked to jalapeños at Chipotle and Qdoba expands to 27 states

  06-08-2026 00:21 via nbcnews.com
  
  Chipotle and Qdoba say they have removed the jalapeños from their restaurants.
  
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• Millions of eggs have been recalled due to Salmonella contamination — here’s how to stay safe

  05-08-2026 23:05 via nbcnews.com
  
  A multistate salmonella outbreak linked to eggs has sickened nearly one hundred people. Learn the symptoms, risks, and simple steps to protect your family from infection.
  
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• New CDC director is confirmed, giving agency its first permanent leader in a year

  05-08-2026 21:11 via nbcnews.com
  
  Dr. Erica Schwartz, who was deputy surgeon general in Trump’s first term, inherits a measles crisis and a growing cyclosporiasis outbreak.
  
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• The best rolling backpacks for school, travel and work

  05-08-2026 20:31 via nbcnews.com
  
  We rounded up the best rolling backpacks with multiple compartments to distribute the weight evenly. Shop rolling backpacks from Pottery Barn, Jansport, Rockland and more.
  
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• Cyclosporiasis outbreak has expanded to six more states

  05-08-2026 14:59 via nbcnews.com
  
  A massive cyclosporiasis outbreak linked to shredded iceberg lettuce has expanded to an additional six states, according to a source familiar with the matter.
  
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• Chipotle removes jalapeños after possible link to salmonella outbreak

  04-08-2026 21:27 via nbcnews.com
  
  The restaurant chain said it had replaced the jalapeños with product from another supplier. More than 100 cases of salmonella have been confirmed in Minnesota.
  
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• Shop Owala’s Back-to-School sale: Save 20% on FreeSips, SmoothSips and more deals

  03-08-2026 18:40 via nbcnews.com
  
  The Owala Back-to-School Sale runs through Aug. 8 and features 20% off many bestselling bottles, including NBC Selected favorites.
  
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• Michigan reports first two deaths in the cyclosporiasis outbreak

  03-08-2026 18:15 via nbcnews.com
  
  Two people in Michigan who had contracted cyclosporiasis have died, the state Health and Human Services Department said Monday.
  
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• Michigan reports two deaths linked to cyclosporiasis outbreak

  03-08-2026 18:02 via nbcnews.com
  Michigan's Department of Health and Human Services has reported that two people have died in connection to the outbreak of cyclosporiasis. NBC News medical contributor Dr. Natalie Azar has details on the disease and symptoms to watch for.
  
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• Inside the Powerful Benefits of Friendships on the Mind and Body

  03-08-2026 16:00 via today.com
  Strong friendships have many benefits for the mind and body, including reducing the risk of chronic illness, so board-certified psychiatrist and author Sue Varma stops by TODAY to share her expert tips for making friends. She explains that it can take “50 hours to make a regular, casual friend” and up to “200 hours to make a bestie,” so she recommends showing up to places consistently, making small plans, being vulnerable, and focusing on “being interested versus in
  
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• Get 40% off this popular Bagsmart toiletry bag that’s great for travel and storing your products at home

  03-08-2026 13:00 via nbcnews.com
  
  Keep your skin care and makeup organized and leak-free while traveling with this bestselling toiletry bag, now 40 percent off on Amazon.
  
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• Walmart has back-to-school must-haves for up to 65% off

  02-08-2026 15:00 via nbcnews.com
  
  Get ahead of the back-to-school rush — Walmart is offering up to 65% off backpacks, school supplies and more. Shop the best deals before they sell out.
  
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• Nicole ‘Snooki’ Polizzi reveals hysterectomy after cervical cancer diagnosis

  01-08-2026 18:30 via nbcnews.com
  
  An emotional Nicole “Snooki” Polizzi announced on Friday that she underwent a hysterectomy operation to treat Stage 1 cervical cancer, months after first disclosing her diagnosis.
  
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• Flesh-eating bacteria kills one person in Florida

  01-08-2026 02:45 via nbcnews.com
  The U.S. has seen its first deadly case of flesh-eating bacteria in Florida. The bacteria is more common in the summer and can be transmitted by raw or undercooked sea food or through wound exposure. NBC News’ Erika Edwards explains symptoms to watch for and how to protect yourself. 
  
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• Fertility After 40: What You Need to Know

  31-07-2026 16:49 via today.com
  With more women becoming mothers after 40, Dr. Lucky Sekhon, a board-certified reproductive endocrinologist at RMA of New York, joins TODAY's Jenna Bush Hager and Sheinelle Jones to discuss the cultural shift and what you need to know about fertility, including associated costs and age-related risks.
  
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• Start August Right With This Fitness and Food Plan

  31-07-2026 15:46 via today.com
  As August approaches and summer winds down, it’s the perfect time to focus on rest and recovery in the final weeks of the season. TODAY fitness contributor Stephanie Mansour and nutrition and health expert Joy Bauer share a plan to do just that.
  
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• A Look at the Surprising Ways Summer Can Affect Your Body

  31-07-2026 15:20 via today.com
  Longer days, warmer weather and changes to daily routines can impact everything from your heart and brain to chronic health conditions and even how some medications work. Dr. Cedrek McFadden, board-certified surgeon, joins TODAY with everything you need to know.
  
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• Alo’s popular workout dress is under $85 right now

  31-07-2026 14:30 via nbcnews.com
  
  Shop the bestselling Alo workout dress while it’s 30% off. The versatile tennis dress is under $85 and has earned a 4.3-star rating from more than 600 shoppers.
  
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• ‘People are going to die’: California residents address aftermath of Boyle Heights warehouse fire

  31-07-2026 03:59 via nbcnews.com
  California residents are raising concerns following a food warehouse fire that burned for several days, resulting in a persistent stench and a fly infestation. NBC News' Morgan Chesky spoke with a family urging city leaders to address what they believe is a health hazard caused by rotten food remnants in the area.
  
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• The best roll-on deodorants that keep you fresh and dry, according to derms

  30-07-2026 19:15 via nbcnews.com
  
  Dermatologists share what to look for in a roll-on deodorant, plus their top picks for staying fresh, dry and irritation-free.
  
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• Instead of popping a blister, follow this treatment plan

  30-07-2026 18:28 via nbcnews.com
  
  The best blister treatments are Neosporin, Band-Aids and Vaseline, according to doctors. Why you shouldn’t pop a blister and tips for preventing blisters on your feet and hands.
  
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• Jelly shoes are trendy again — a podiatrist explains what they actually do to your feet

  30-07-2026 18:05 via nbcnews.com
  
  Jelly shoes are trending again, but are they safe to wear? Podiatrists explain the risks — like blisters and lack of arch support — plus how to shop smarter.
  
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• Anthony Fauci invokes Fifth Amendment right not to testify at Covid hearing

  29-07-2026 14:54 via nbcnews.com
  
  In his opening statement, the former top health official accused Sen. Rand Paul of having an “unhinged obsession” with him and wanting him put “behind bars.”
  
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• Have cyclospora outbreaks peaked yet? CDC reports over 18,000 possible cases nationwide

  29-07-2026 01:54 via nbcnews.com
  
  There are promising signs that illnesses linked to contaminated lettuce may be slowing in Michigan, the hot spot of the multistate outbreak of cyclosporiasis in the U.S.
  
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• The new Amazon Fire TV Stick HD is on sale for $20

  25-07-2026 13:00 via nbcnews.com
  
  Amazon’s newest Fire TV Stick HD is on sale for $20, down from $35. Here’s what makes this upgraded, ultra-portable streaming device worth buying now.
  
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• Measles cases hit 35-year high in 2026

  25-07-2026 03:29 via nbcnews.com
  The Center for Disease Control is reporting a new 35-year high in the number of measles cases as new outbreaks pop up in multiple states. NBC News' Dr. Akshay Syal has more on what this means and how to protect yourself. 
  
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• Questions grow over potential impact of budget cuts on response to cyclospora outbreak

  25-07-2026 01:45 via nbcnews.com
  As cyclospora cases rise nationwide, federal agencies investigating the outbreak are being put under the microscope. NBC News' Dr. Akshay Syal reports on the growing scrutiny over whether funding cuts have impacted the government's response.
  
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• Cyclospora outbreak from tainted lettuce served at Taco Bell expands

  25-07-2026 00:38 via nbcnews.com
  Investigators are now tying Cyclospora cases in Illinois, Kansas, Oklahoma, and Pennsylvania to Taylor Farms iceberg lettuce served at Taco Bell. NBC News’ Erin McLaughlin explains what people need to do to stay safe.
  
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• FDA Advisory Panel Votes to Loosen Peptide Restrictions

  24-07-2026 18:28 via today.com
  On Thursday, an FDA advisory committee recommended easing restrictions on several peptides popular with wellness influencers and celebrities. The panelists voted in favor of putting the peptides on the FDA’s list of substances considered safe for pharmacy compounding. If the FDA follows that advice, telehealth companies are expected to ramp up marketing of the chemicals for wellness and cosmetic uses.
  
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• How the cyclospora lettuce outbreak sparked a massive consumer trust crisis

  24-07-2026 18:19 via nbcnews.com
  
  The cyclospora outbreak has people avoiding salads and burrito bowls. Now, for many Americans the question is whether any lettuce can be trusted.
  
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• Shoppers say this now-$40 Dutch oven delivers Le Creuset-quality results

  24-07-2026 18:02 via nbcnews.com
  
  This popular Dutch oven is similar to a Le Creuset, but it’s 50% off, bringing the price to $40. Shop this Deal of the Day while it lasts.
  
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• U.S. measles cases reach 35-year high in 2026, surpassing last year’s total

  24-07-2026 17:05 via nbcnews.com
  
  The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported Friday that the United States has logged 2,318 measles cases in the first seven months of this year, surpassing last year’s total of 2,289.
  
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• The best self-tanners for dark skin in 2026

  24-07-2026 14:46 via nbcnews.com
  
  Finding a self-tanner for dark skin depends on your undertone — find the best options from Isle of Paradise, Tan-Luxe, Jergens and more.
  
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• Cyclosporiasis outbreak expands to 9 states

  24-07-2026 14:32 via nbcnews.com
  
  The massive, multistate outbreak of cyclosporiasis has expanded to nine states, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said Friday.
  
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• FDA panel recommends easing restrictions on several peptides

  24-07-2026 01:40 via nbcnews.com
  
  The panel went against the conclusions of the agency’s career scientists, who said there wasn’t enough evidence to support the move.
  
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• Macy’s Black Friday in July sale — Save up to 70% while you still can

  23-07-2026 15:22 via nbcnews.com
  
  During the Macy’s Black Friday in July sale you can save on skin care, apparel, fragrance, appliances and more.
  
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