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Dr. Jen Ashton Answers TODAY Viewers’ Top Health Questions​Dr. Jen Ashton Answers TODAY Viewers’ Top Health Questions 

Dr. Jen Ashton Answers TODAY Viewers’ Top Health Questions​Dr. Jen Ashton Answers TODAY Viewers’ Top Health Questions 

 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.  ​​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…

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Mel Robbins on How to ‘Quiet the Noise’ That Can Overwhelm You​Mel Robbins on How to ‘Quiet the Noise’ That Can Overwhelm You 

Mel Robbins on How to ‘Quiet the Noise’ That Can Overwhelm You​Mel Robbins on How to ‘Quiet the Noise’ That Can Overwhelm You 

 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.  ​​Through her bestselling book, “The Let Them Theory,” a global tour and her award-winning…

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Study estimates 75% of NFL players who died over 15-year span had CTE​Study estimates 75% of NFL players who died over 15-year span had CTE 

Study estimates 75% of NFL players who died over 15-year span had CTE​Study estimates 75% of NFL players who died over 15-year span had CTE 

 An estimated 75% of professional football players who died over a 15-year span had signs of chronic traumatic encephalopathy, or CTE, a study published Wednesday found. It’s the highest estimation to date.  ​​An estimated 75% of professional football players who died over a 15-year span had signs of chronic traumatic encephalopathy, or CTE, a study published…

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CDC’s deputy director to depart after four months in the role​CDC’s deputy director to depart after four months in the role 

CDC’s deputy director to depart after four months in the role​CDC’s deputy director to depart after four months in the role 

 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.  ​​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…

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Nearly Half of All US Children Own a Phone by Age 10, Study Finds​Nearly Half of All US Children Own a Phone by Age 10, Study Finds 

Nearly Half of All US Children Own a Phone by Age 10, Study Finds​Nearly Half of All US Children Own a Phone by Age 10, Study Finds 

 Nearly half of all children in the United States have their own phone by age 10, a new Common Sense report finds. Additionally, half of tweens ages 9 to 12 use social media, despite the age requirement being 13. As screen times for children average about five hours a day, what can parents do to…

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Inside Groundbreaking Guidelines for Heart Disease in Women​Inside Groundbreaking Guidelines for Heart Disease in Women 

Inside Groundbreaking Guidelines for Heart Disease in Women​Inside Groundbreaking Guidelines for Heart Disease in Women 

 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.  ​​Four major health groups, including the American Heart…

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Matthew Perry’s Sister Speaks Out for First Time: ‘I Still Talk to Him’​Matthew Perry’s Sister Speaks Out for First Time: ‘I Still Talk to Him’ 

Matthew Perry’s Sister Speaks Out for First Time: ‘I Still Talk to Him’​Matthew Perry’s Sister Speaks Out for First Time: ‘I Still Talk to Him’ 

 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…

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

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

 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.   ​​Quest Diagnostics said it learned of a cyber breach of one…

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Personalized mRNA vaccine for melanoma cut risk of cancer’s return in late-stage trial​Personalized mRNA vaccine for melanoma cut risk of cancer’s return in late-stage trial 

Personalized mRNA vaccine for melanoma cut risk of cancer’s return in late-stage trial​Personalized mRNA vaccine for melanoma cut risk of cancer’s return in late-stage trial 

 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.  ​​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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From the Playground to the Gym: Exercise Goals for Every Age​From the Playground to the Gym: Exercise Goals for Every Age 

From the Playground to the Gym: Exercise Goals for Every Age​From the Playground to the Gym: Exercise Goals for Every Age 

 Did you know the kind of exercise you need changes as you get older? NBC News medical contributor Dr. Akshay Syal joins TODAY with what you need to know, including keeping young kids and teenagers active, the bare minimums for people in their 20s and 30s, how to stay strong for midlife and improving balance…

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