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• Quest Diagnostics reports cyber breach affecting ‘certain patient records’

  24-10-2026 03:56 via NBC News Health
  Quest Diagnostics said it learned of a cyber breach of one of its systems this week, likely compromising some records for patients. The number of patients and records affected is still unknown at this time. NBC News' Kevin Collier has the details of the breach. 
  
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• Mel Robbins on How to ‘Quiet the Noise’ That Can Overwhelm You

  28-10-2026 13:52 via NBC News Health
  Through her bestselling book, “The Let Them Theory,” a global tour and her award-winning podcast, Mel Robbins has made it her mission to help people change their lives. She joins TODAY to share how you can quiet the noises that overwhelm you.
  
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• Dr. Jen Ashton Answers TODAY Viewers' Top Health Questions

  28-10-2026 13:22 via NBC News Health
  Dr. Jen Ashton, board-certified in OBGYN and obesity medicine and host of the popular “Dear Dr. Jen” podcast, joins TODAY to share her professional opinions on top health questions from viewers.
  
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• 3 Types of Relationships Everyone Should Have for Better Wellbeing, According to Psychologist Adam Grant

  28-10-2026 13:12 via NBC News Health
  
  When you have a problem, it’s natural to turn to the same friend or your partner to vent, whether you’re frustrated with work, a blunt text from a family member or the state of the world.
  
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• New Report Finds Produce Imported Into US is ‘Rarely’ Inspected

  28-10-2026 12:31 via NBC News Health
  A troubling new report finds much of the fresh produce imported into the United States is rarely inspected. A Washington Post investigation calls it a “major blind spot” when it comes to food safety in America. NBC’s Stephanie Gosk reports for TODAY.
  
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• CDC’s deputy director to depart after four months in the role

  27-10-2026 21:25 via NBC News Health
  
  Dr. Jennifer Shuford, the CDC’s deputy director, is leaving the agency after less than five months. It’s the latest example of the leadership turnover that has roiled the CDC.
  
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• 29 beauty Advent calendars so good you’ll open all the doors on the first day

  27-10-2026 21:20 via NBC News Health
  
  Shop the best beauty Advent calendars across skin care, hair care, fragrances and more, from brands like E.l.f., Charlotte Tilbury, L’Occitane, and Jo Malone.
  
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• How to clean your vacuum and help it last for years, according to an expert

  27-10-2026 20:10 via NBC News Health
  
  To learn how to clean a vacuum, I spoke to a home cleaning expert for their advice and recommendations. Here’s how to do it to make sure your appliance lasts.
  
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• Hate cleaning pine needles? These artificial Christmas trees are for you

  27-10-2026 19:29 via NBC News Health
  
  Artificial Christmas trees are reusable for 10 to 20 years if stored properly, experts say. Shoptop-rated options from Amazon, Target, Balsam Hill and more.
  
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• Country Singer Jillian Cardarelli Reveals the 1 Uncommon Symptom She Noticed Before Her Breast Cancer Diagnosis

  27-10-2026 19:16 via NBC News Health
  
  Country artist Jillian Cardarelli is making her Grand Ole Opry debut at Opry Goes Pink after battling and beating breast cancer at age 33 over the summer.
  
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• Inside Groundbreaking Guidelines for Heart Disease in Women

  27-10-2026 14:18 via NBC News Health
  Four major health groups, including the American Heart Association, came together to create a whole new playbook for preventing and treating heart disease beginning very early in life. Dr. Jennifer Haythe, a cardiologist at New York Presbyterian Columbia University Medical Center, joins TODAY to detail the updated guidelines.
  
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• A Physical Therapist’s 30-Second Fitness Snack To Avoid Low Back Pain

  27-10-2026 13:00 via NBC News Health
  
  Dr. Karena Wu, physical therapist, shares the 30-second “fitness snack” you can do at any time of day to keep your back muscles flexible and pain-free.
  
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• ‘Big Brother’ Season 28 Winner Rick Devens Shares Wife’s Breast Cancer Diagnosis

  27-10-2026 02:01 via NBC News Health
  
  “Big Brother” Season 28 winner Rick Devens and wife Becca Devens have revealed she was recently diagnosed with breast cancer.
  
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• As More Young People Suffer Strokes, 29-Year-Old Recalls Early Signs: ‘A Bomb Went Off in My Head’

  26-10-2026 20:21 via NBC News Health
  
  In July 2024, Patrick Mascoli, 29, of Boston, had just finished an ordinary run when something felt terribly wrong.
  
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• 2nd-generation Apple AirTags are at their lowest price ever: Shop now before it’s gone

  26-10-2026 19:38 via NBC News Health
  
  Apple’s second-generation AirTag is 21 percent off at the moment, putting it at its lowest price ever. Shop the deal today because it won’t last long.
  
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• Ulta’s Early Black Friday sale has Clinique, Medicube and more up to 50% off

  26-10-2026 19:35 via NBC News Health
  
  Ulta’s early Black Friday sale just landed and it has some of the best deals. Save up to 50% on our favorite brands like Medicube, Clinique, Cosrx and more.
  
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• ‘Looney Tunes’ Actor Eric Bauza’s Cause of Death, Explained

  26-10-2026 18:46 via NBC News Health
  
  A day after Eric Bauza’s family announced the voice actor’s shocking death at the age of 46, the Los Angeles Medical Examiner has confirmed his cause of death.
  
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• The No. 1 Anti-Inflammatory Plant-Based Protein, According to a Dietitian

  26-10-2026 18:31 via NBC News Health
  
  Plant-based proteins come with all kinds of nutrients. These have anti-inflammatory benefits that support heart, gut and brain health, a dietitian says.
  
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• How to clean wooden utensils and avoid getting splinters in your food

  26-10-2026 17:25 via NBC News Health
  
  These are the best methods for cleaning stained, old wooden utensils, like spoons and spatulas, to make them look new again.
  
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• Matthew Perry’s Sister Says This Reframing Made it ‘Easier to Love Him’ Through Substance Use Disorder

  26-10-2026 14:54 via NBC News Health
  
  Matthew Perry’s sister Mia Perry Bowick remembered him in a documentary and on TODAY and shared how she learned to understand his substance use disorder.
  
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• Matthew Perry’s Sister Speaks Out for First Time: 'I Still Talk to Him'

  26-10-2026 13:36 via NBC News Health
  Matthew Perry’s sister, Mia Perry Bowick, and Mary Robertson, director of the new docuseries “The One About Matthew Perry,” join TODAY to discuss how they are pulling back the curtain on the late “Friends” star’s life through never-before-seen footage and interviews. Mia opens up about her brother's battle with addiction, saying, “As we learned more and more about what was happening to him it was easier to love him through it, rather than try to control what was happening.” She a
  
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• Dietitian Shares Her ‘Perfect Fall Snack’ With 7 Grams of Plant Protein per Serving

  26-10-2026 13:00 via NBC News Health
  
  Try this dietitian-approved recipe for a snack that’s packed with plant-based protein, fiber, omega-3s and more. Made with apple and spices, it’s a tasty treat.
  
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• Deal alert: These cozy, lined Crocs are 50% off at Walmart

  25-10-2026 12:00 via NBC News Health
  
  Walmart has the Crocs Baya Lined Clog on sale for $30, half its usual price. The fleece-lined clog has 23,000+ ratings and doubles as a cozy house slipper.
  
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• Cozy pajamas from Gap, Victoria Secret and Amazon are up to 60% off this weekend

  24-10-2026 13:00 via NBC News Health
  
  Stay warm as temperatures drop with the coziest pajama sets on sale now. Shop
  
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• Wayfair’s fall Way Day sale is here and we found the best deals on furniture, storage and more

  24-10-2026 12:00 via NBC News Health
  
  Wayfair’s fall Way Day sale is here and has tons of deals on storage, furniture and appliances. Here’s everything you should know.
  
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• Over 4 million tubes of toothpaste have been recalled, including several kids brands

  23-10-2026 22:31 via NBC News Health
  
  More than 4.3 million tubes of fluoride toothpaste, including Brush Buddies Hot Wheels, Crayola and My Little Pony, were recalled. Here’s how to check your tubes.
  
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• Flu Activity is Ramping Up Early This Year. Is a Mutated H1N1 Strain to Blame?

  23-10-2026 21:27 via NBC News Health
  
  The 2026-2027 flu season is starting early, fueled by an H1N1 strain with a new mutation. Here’s where flu activity is surging and how to protect yourself.
  
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• Personalized mRNA vaccine for melanoma cut risk of cancer’s return in late-stage trial

  23-10-2026 20:42 via NBC News Health
  
  Moderna and Merck’s personalized mRNA vaccine for melanoma reduced the risk of cancer recurrence and death by 42% compared with standard treatment in a trial.
  
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• Craig Melvin Jokes This 1 Trendy Workout Helped Him Nab People’s Sexiest Morning Show Host

  23-10-2026 18:07 via NBC News Health
  
  Craig Melvin reveals the workout that helped him win the morning host category in People’s Sexiest Man Alive Readers’ Choice poll and the benefits of Pilates.
  
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• Man, 100, and Wife, 99, Share 6 Tips for a Long Life and Their ‘Secret Weapon’ for Longevity

  23-10-2026 17:13 via NBC News Health
  
  100-year-old Bernie Gerson and his wife Eleanor have been married 80 years. They share their longevity tips, crediting this breakfast food and healthy habits.
  
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