Sydney Towle Previously Shared the Final Message She Would Tell Her Followers
Months before Sydney Towle’s death, the content creator shared the message she would’ve liked to tell people in her final video. On Aug. 6, the 26-year-old’s family announced that she had died the day before after a battle with cholangiocarcinoma, a rare cancer that forms in the group of tubes, called ducts, that connect the […]
Doctor Reveals the Best Age to Start Building Bone Density
Everyone will experience some degree of bone loss with age. It’s natural and inevitable, just like wrinkles. While we can’t turn back time, it is possible to delay this process or prevent significant bone loss through lifestyle changes. You can also rebuild some bone density, but you’re much better off getting ahead of bone loss before […]
Cyclosporiasis Map 2026, Foods to Avoid as Outbreak Spreads to 47 States
Infections with cyclospora — what’s become known as the “explosive diarrhea” parasite — have been reported in almost every state in the U.S. as of early August. Health officials are still racing to find the source or sources behind the recent surge in cases of the foodborne illness. On Tuesday, the U.S. Centers for Disease […]
Dietitian Shares No. 1 Plant-Based Protein to Support Bone Health
If you’re eating for healthy bones, your mind might jump to dairy, like calcium or yogurt. But there are healthy plant-based protein sources that can help support your bones, too. When you’re prioritizing bone health, the main nutrients you want to look for are calcium and vitamin D, says Natalie Rizzo, registered dietitian and TODAY […]
Perez Hilton’s Family Speaks Out After Reports He Allegedly Livestreamed Self-Harm
This story discusses self-harm. If you or someone you know is in crisis, call or text 988, or go to 988lifeline.org, to reach the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. You can also call the network, previously known as the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, at 800-273-8255, or visit SpeakingOfSuicide.com/resources. Perez Hilton’s family is speaking out after police […]
Try This 31-Day ‘Active Recovery’ Fitness Plan to Rebuild Muscle
Summer is flying by. If you haven’t taken the opportunity to slow down and relax a bit, here’s your chance. Many people tackle health goals by going all in — pushing your body and committing to an intense workout plan. But rest is an essential piece to the fitness puzzle: It gives your muscles time […]
Chipotle Pulls Jalapeños Linked to Minnesota Salmonella Outbreak
Chipotle has removed certain jalapeños from its stores as public health authorities investigate a salmonella outbreak. So far, public health investigators in Minnesota have identified 110 cases of salmonella in the state that are part of the outbreak — which state authorities said may be linked to jalapeños served at Mexican-style, quick-service restaurants. Among the […]
Girl With Sunflower Syndrome Had 500 Seizures A Day Until She Tried Blue Contact Lenses
Brandy Nickerson still remembers the day her daughter, Harper, suddenly started waving her right hand in front of her face at a playground. The family thought she was swiping at a bug, but from then on, Harper, 5 years old at the time, began to regularly repeat the movement as she turned towards the sun. […]
This 1 Drink Is ‘Dangerous’ If You Have Heart Problems, Cardiologist Warns
Many people focus on food when it comes to heart health, but drinks play a key role as well. What you sip can come with sugar and other additives that may derail an otherwise healthy diet, raise the risk of cardiovascular disease and make heart problems worse if you already have them. There’s one type […]
Avoid This 1 Type of Job to Protect Heart Health, Cardiologist Says
TODAY’s Never Have I Ever series offers guidance about procedures and practices our trusted health experts would never participate in. Discover why they should be avoided and which healthy practices you should turn to instead. Our jobs can take a toll on our mental health, stress levels and even our hearts. The seemingly tamest career […]