Ocoopa has recalled 1.5 million rechargeable hand warmers after reports of fires, burns and one death. Here’s what happened, how to check your device and safer alternatives.  ​​Ocoopa has recalled 1.5 million rechargeable hand warmers after reports of fires, burns and one death. Here’s what happened, how to check your device and safer alternatives. 

 From how much water you need to the hype around electrolytes, NBC News medical contributor Dr. Natalie Azar and nutrition expert Joy Bauer stop by TODAY to break down the dos and don’ts of hydration. They share their best advice, including how many cups of water you should drink a day, how to make your…

 Going back to school can be anxiety-inducing for kids, so licensed professional counselors and New York Times bestselling authors Sissy Goff and David Thomas give some helpful advice to ease the transition. They share their three step plan to manage back-to-school anxiety, which includes emphasizing that “nervous is normal,” teaching your kids how to “avoid…

 Chrissy Metz joins TODAY’s Jenna Bush Hager and Sheinelle Jones to talk about her journey with GLP-1s and becoming a spokesperson for Ro. She opens up about struggling with her weight as a child, dealing with “food noise,” and making healthy changes to her lifestyle. She shares how GLP-1s have improved her life and says…

 The Department of Health and Human Services is moving to officially define what makes certain foods “ultraprocessed.” NBC News medical contributor Dr. Natalie Azar reports on what Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. had to say about the foods at an event and what it means for your groceries.  ​​The Department of Health and Human Services…

 From cyclospora to salmonella, some of the fresh foods that are staples of summer have been linked to outbreaks sickening thousands of Americans. Fear and confusion are leading some to avoid entire categories of food, hurting growers who had nothing to do with the outbreak. NBC’s Akshay Syal reports in this week’s Sunday Focus.   ​​From cyclospora…

 Louisiana health officials are urging residents to take precautions against a flesh-eating bacterial infection following the deaths of five people this year.  ​​Louisiana health officials are urging residents to take precautions against a flesh-eating bacterial infection following the deaths of five people this year. 

 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…

 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.  ​​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. 

 The FDA says they’ve now found the source of that jalapeño pepper recall linked to Chipotle. It does not appear the peppers in question went to grocery stores, but they did go to wholesalers, restaurants and food service companies. NBC News’ Anne Thompson has the story.  ​​The FDA says they’ve now found the source of that…