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With more deaths than births in Ukraine, having babies becomes an act of national pride​With more deaths than births in Ukraine, having babies becomes an act of national pride 

With more deaths than births in Ukraine, having babies becomes an act of national pride​With more deaths than births in Ukraine, having babies becomes an act of national pride 

 With deaths outnumbering births in Ukraine by more than 3 to 1, having babies in a war-torn country becomes an act of national pride, and even survival. NBC News’ Richard Engel reports from an underground bomb shelter turned delivery room.  ​​With deaths outnumbering births in Ukraine by more than 3 to 1, having babies in a…

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Research shows colorectal cancer is on the rise for younger people and more severe​Research shows colorectal cancer is on the rise for younger people and more severe 

Research shows colorectal cancer is on the rise for younger people and more severe​Research shows colorectal cancer is on the rise for younger people and more severe 

 Jo Henderson was just 17-years-old when she was diagnosed with colorectal cancer. New research from Nationwide Children’s Hospital shows colorectal cancer cases are on the rise with more young people being diagnosed with severe cases. NBC News’ Erika Edwards reports.  ​​Jo Henderson was just 17-years-old when she was diagnosed with colorectal cancer. New research from Nationwide…

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Doctor Puts Spotlight on Overlooked Women’s Health Topics​Doctor Puts Spotlight on Overlooked Women’s Health Topics 

Doctor Puts Spotlight on Overlooked Women’s Health Topics​Doctor Puts Spotlight on Overlooked Women’s Health Topics 

 From menopause to healthy digestion, there can sometimes be vital information missing from conversations surrounding women’s health so Dr. Jennifer Ashton, board-certified in OBGYN and obesity medicine with a master’s in nutrition, joins TODAY to help fill-in some of the blanks.  ​​From menopause to healthy digestion, there can sometimes be vital information missing from conversations surrounding…

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Why Sharing Your Family’s Health History With Doctor is Important​Why Sharing Your Family’s Health History With Doctor is Important 

Why Sharing Your Family’s Health History With Doctor is Important​Why Sharing Your Family’s Health History With Doctor is Important 

 Knowing your family medical history is essential for understanding your health, so NBC News medical contributor Dr. Akshay Syal stops by TODAY to share some helpful tips, including building a family health tree, asking your family questions, and more.  ​​Knowing your family medical history is essential for understanding your health, so NBC News medical contributor Dr….

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Med Student Recalls ‘Concerning’ First Signs of Leukemia Before Her Diagnosis at 22​Med Student Recalls ‘Concerning’ First Signs of Leukemia Before Her Diagnosis at 22 

Med Student Recalls ‘Concerning’ First Signs of Leukemia Before Her Diagnosis at 22​Med Student Recalls ‘Concerning’ First Signs of Leukemia Before Her Diagnosis at 22 

 Just a month after starting her first job out of college, she experienced scary symptoms that led to a cancer diagnosis and rare relapses.  ​​Just a month after starting her first job out of college, she experienced scary symptoms that led to a cancer diagnosis and rare relapses. 

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When teens get colorectal cancer, it’s often an aggressive form of the disease​When teens get colorectal cancer, it’s often an aggressive form of the disease 

When teens get colorectal cancer, it’s often an aggressive form of the disease​When teens get colorectal cancer, it’s often an aggressive form of the disease 

 Only a tiny number of colorectal cancer cases occur in people younger than 21, but they’re often diagnosed at later stages and more difficult to treat.  ​​Only a tiny number of colorectal cancer cases occur in people younger than 21, but they’re often diagnosed at later stages and more difficult to treat. 

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Shingles plummets among younger adults but is mysteriously rising in another group​Shingles plummets among younger adults but is mysteriously rising in another group 

Shingles plummets among younger adults but is mysteriously rising in another group​Shingles plummets among younger adults but is mysteriously rising in another group 

 Shingles is dropping among people who got chickenpox shots but mysteriously rising in people 35 and older, new research shows.  ​​Shingles is dropping among people who got chickenpox shots but mysteriously rising in people 35 and older, new research shows. 

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‘Tea With Omar’: College Student Finds Comfort in Tea Ceremonies. Here Are Tips for the Perfect Cup​‘Tea With Omar’: College Student Finds Comfort in Tea Ceremonies. Here Are Tips for the Perfect Cup 

‘Tea With Omar’: College Student Finds Comfort in Tea Ceremonies. Here Are Tips for the Perfect Cup​‘Tea With Omar’: College Student Finds Comfort in Tea Ceremonies. Here Are Tips for the Perfect Cup 

 Omar Hernandez-Tena, who goes by “Tea With Omar” on TikTok, is a Brown University junior who loves Chinese tea culture, particularly gongfu cha (tea with skill).  ​​Omar Hernandez-Tena, who goes by “Tea With Omar” on TikTok, is a Brown University junior who loves Chinese tea culture, particularly gongfu cha (tea with skill). 

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Woman With Breast Cancer at 26 Had to Pay $20,000 Out of Pocket for Care Due to Insurance Issues​Woman With Breast Cancer at 26 Had to Pay $20,000 Out of Pocket for Care Due to Insurance Issues 

Woman With Breast Cancer at 26 Had to Pay $20,000 Out of Pocket for Care Due to Insurance Issues​Woman With Breast Cancer at 26 Had to Pay $20,000 Out of Pocket for Care Due to Insurance Issues 

 Iris Di Cesare speaks to TODAY.com about receiving her breast cancer diagnosis and the financial burden it became when she unexpectedly lost her real estate job.  ​​Iris Di Cesare speaks to TODAY.com about receiving her breast cancer diagnosis and the financial burden it became when she unexpectedly lost her real estate job. 

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Start TODAY’s October Challenge: Routine Revamp, Healthy Meals​Start TODAY’s October Challenge: Routine Revamp, Healthy Meals 

Start TODAY’s October Challenge: Routine Revamp, Healthy Meals​Start TODAY’s October Challenge: Routine Revamp, Healthy Meals 

 October is the perfect time to revamp your routines, so fitness contributor Stephanie Mansour stops by Studio 1A to break down some easy Start TODAY workouts, which can be accessed for free on the app this month. TODAY nutrition and health expert Joy Bauer also shares some simple meals, including a French toast grilled cheese,…

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