Ariana Grande Breaks Silence on Stepping Back From Public Life Amid Weight Concerns
Ariana Grande is shedding light on her decision to take a break from public life after her “Eternal Sunshine Tour” wraps up Sept. 1. During her Aug. 3 concert, the singer briefly interrupted the show to speak directly to her fans and addressed an announcement that has left some fans worried about her well-being. “Is […]
Louisiana warns against flesh-eating bacteria after five deaths
Louisiana health officials are urging residents to take precautions against a flesh-eating bacterial infection following the deaths of five people this year. The Louisiana Department of Health issued a warning about the infection, known as Vibrio vulnificus, in a press release on Thursday. The department said nine people have been infected this year and five […]
Emma Heming Willis Talks 50th Birthday Amid Bruce Willis’ Illness With Hoda Kotb
Emma Heming Willis recently reached a milestone birthday — but she almost didn’t celebrate. “I really was looking forward to 50 because my 40s felt like a little bit of a doozy. And I was just ready to embrace my 50s,” she tells Hoda Kotb in the Aug. 5 episode of the “Making Space” Podcast. […]
These 3 health factors can delay dementia for 13 years, long-term study finds
It may be possible to ward off or prevent one of the most common types of dementia, a new long-term study suggests. The risk of cognitive decline increases as we get older, with about 42% of Americans over the age of 55 expected to develop dementia during their lives. The research, published Wednesday in the […]
The No. 1 Common Habit to Avoid If You Want to Feel Happier, Per a Psychiatrist
There are three components to happiness, according to Dr. Sue Varma: spark, stability and significance. The spark refers to the daily small pleasures, like a “small cup of coffee, the sunset, the hug, the friend group chat,” Varma, psychiatrist and author of “Practical Optimism,” said on TODAY. Stability, she continued, is your sense of peace […]
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 […]
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 […]
Influencer Sydney Towle Dies at 26 After Cancer Battle
Sydney Towle, who documented her treatment for a form of bile duct cancer called cholangiocarcinoma on social media, has died. The 26-year-old’s family announced Aug. 6 on her Instagram that she passed away the day before. A graphic reads, “An endless ray of sunshine. A daughter, sister, and friend to so many.” The caption then […]