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New warnings from doctors over viral ‘tanmaxxing’ trend​New warnings from doctors over viral ‘tanmaxxing’ trend 

New warnings from doctors over viral ‘tanmaxxing’ trend​New warnings from doctors over viral ‘tanmaxxing’ trend 

 A viral trend called “tanmaxxing” has people skipping sunscreen and tracking UV levels. But dermatologists are sounding the alarm, saying that the lack of sun safety could increase the risk of skin cancer. NBC News’ Maggie Vespa breaks it all down.  ​​A viral trend called “tanmaxxing” has people skipping sunscreen and tracking UV levels. But dermatologists…

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Cyclosporiasis Outbreaks Hits More Than Half of the US​Cyclosporiasis Outbreaks Hits More Than Half of the US 

Cyclosporiasis Outbreaks Hits More Than Half of the US​Cyclosporiasis Outbreaks Hits More Than Half of the US 

 Cases of a severe stomach bug called Cyclosporiasis are surging across the United States, sickening thousands of Americans and even sending some to the hospital. NBC’s medical contributor Dr. John Torress joins TODAY to break down the symptoms and how you can stay safe.   ​​Cases of a severe stomach bug called Cyclosporiasis are surging across the…

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Lettuce or salad greens could be source of diarrhea-causing illness, Michigan health officials say​Lettuce or salad greens could be source of diarrhea-causing illness, Michigan health officials say 

Lettuce or salad greens could be source of diarrhea-causing illness, Michigan health officials say​Lettuce or salad greens could be source of diarrhea-causing illness, Michigan health officials say 

 The foodborne gastrointestinal illness has shown up in 31 states, and federal health officials say 86 people have been hospitalized.  ​​The foodborne gastrointestinal illness has shown up in 31 states, and federal health officials say 86 people have been hospitalized. 

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The best pill cutters and crushers to make taking meds easier​The best pill cutters and crushers to make taking meds easier 

The best pill cutters and crushers to make taking meds easier​The best pill cutters and crushers to make taking meds easier 

 From ones with arthritis-friendly grips to travel-size options, these are the best pill cutters and crushers for managing medication at home.  ​​From ones with arthritis-friendly grips to travel-size options, these are the best pill cutters and crushers for managing medication at home. 

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What You Need to Know About Aortic Tears and Bone Health​What You Need to Know About Aortic Tears and Bone Health 

What You Need to Know About Aortic Tears and Bone Health​What You Need to Know About Aortic Tears and Bone Health 

 Dr. Ian Smith, physician and other of “The Last 15: Say Goodbye to Those Most Stubborn Pounds,” joins TODAY to share the warning signs of an aortic tear and breaks down how to improve your bone health.   ​​Dr. Ian Smith, physician and other of “The Last 15: Say Goodbye to Those Most Stubborn Pounds,” joins TODAY…

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The best SPF lip balms to hydrate and protect your lips​The best SPF lip balms to hydrate and protect your lips 

The best SPF lip balms to hydrate and protect your lips​The best SPF lip balms to hydrate and protect your lips 

 Experts explain how to choose the best SPF lip balm and which ingredients to keep lips moisturized and protected. Shop Sun Bum, Aquaphor and more.  ​​Experts explain how to choose the best SPF lip balm and which ingredients to keep lips moisturized and protected. Shop Sun Bum, Aquaphor and more. 

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Deal of the Day: Get 45% off these popular Brooks running shoes​Deal of the Day: Get 45% off these popular Brooks running shoes 

Deal of the Day: Get 45% off these popular Brooks running shoes​Deal of the Day: Get 45% off these popular Brooks running shoes 

 Amazon has the Brooks Men’s Glycerin 22 Neutral Running Shoe on sale for 45 percent off, bringing the price down to under $100 — shop the deal before it’s gone.  ​​Amazon has the Brooks Men’s Glycerin 22 Neutral Running Shoe on sale for 45 percent off, bringing the price down to under $100 — shop the…

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86 people have been hospitalized with foodborne parasite spreading across the U.S., CDC says​86 people have been hospitalized with foodborne parasite spreading across the U.S., CDC says 

86 people have been hospitalized with foodborne parasite spreading across the U.S., CDC says​86 people have been hospitalized with foodborne parasite spreading across the U.S., CDC says 

 Nearly 3,000 people have been sickened with a gastrointestinal illness called cyclosporiasis, a foodborne infection marked by intense, watery diarrhea, state health officials report.  ​​Nearly 3,000 people have been sickened with a gastrointestinal illness called cyclosporiasis, a foodborne infection marked by intense, watery diarrhea, state health officials report. 

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Katie Couric reveals recent diagnosis of transient global amnesia​Katie Couric reveals recent diagnosis of transient global amnesia 

Katie Couric reveals recent diagnosis of transient global amnesia​Katie Couric reveals recent diagnosis of transient global amnesia 

 Veteran journalist Katie Couric revealed she had recently been diagnosed with a case of transient global amnesia, which caused her to experience short-term memory loss. NBC News medical reporter Dr. Akshay Syal shares details on the effects of the temporary condition and possible warning signs.  ​​Veteran journalist Katie Couric revealed she had recently been diagnosed with…

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