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. 

 Do weighted vests really work? Here’s why trainers swear by working out with ones from Omorpho, TRX, Go Ruck and more.  ​​Do weighted vests really work? Here’s why trainers swear by working out with ones from Omorpho, TRX, Go Ruck and more. 

 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…

 The National Park Service is investigating a medical mystery after multiple people returning from river rafting trips in the Grand Canyon reported an unknown illness with flu-like symptoms that won’t go away. NBC News’ Morgan Chesky explains.  ​​The National Park Service is investigating a medical mystery after multiple people returning from river rafting trips in the…

 Cases of cyclosporiasis, a pathogen often caused by contaminated produce, are rising across several U.S. states. The source of the fast-moving illnesses is unknown, although the Food and Drug Administration said an investigation is ongoing. Most cases are centered in the southeastern part of Michigan, although illnesses have also been reported in Ohio, North Carolina,…

 Health trends on social media promise to fix everything from sleep to weight gain but how much of that advice is backed up by science? NBC’s medical contributor Dr. Akshay Syal joins TODAY to separate fact from fiction on trends like issues with high cortisol, berberine supplements for weight loss, Japanese walking and more.  ​​Health trends…

 Veteran journalist Katie Couric revealed that she suffered a bout with transient global amnesia, a rare-but-temporary condition that suddenly robs people of nearly all memories even while they maintain self-awareness.  ​​Veteran journalist Katie Couric revealed that she suffered a bout with transient global amnesia, a rare-but-temporary condition that suddenly robs people of nearly all memories even…

 From peptides to bio-hacking, fibermaxxing and more, Dr. Roshini Raj, associate professor of medicine at NYU Langone Health, joins TODAY’s Jenna Bush Hager to explain if some of the most popular health trends are worth the hype.  ​​From peptides to bio-hacking, fibermaxxing and more, Dr. Roshini Raj, associate professor of medicine at NYU Langone Health, joins…

 In four years, people over 65 will outnumber children under 18 for the first time in the U.S. That means many seniors will struggle to find caregivers. NBC News’ Kate Snow reports on how many families will feel the strain of needing to care for an elder, both emotionally and financially.  ​​In four years, people over…

 The summer is peak vacation season, and nothing can ruin a trip like a stomach bug or heat exhaustion. NBC’s medical contributor Dr. John Torres joins TODAY with ways to stay healthy and safe during your travels. Tips include planning around the hot temperatures, drinking safe water, trying local pharmacies for prescriptions and more.  ​​The summer…