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How does hypnotherapy actually work, and what can it treat?

With a wave of TikTok hypnotists promising help with everything from anxiety to weight loss, interest in the practice of hypnotherapy is on the rise. NBC News’ Chloe Melas does a deep dive into the facts and even gets hypnotized herself.

Why are your favorite beauty brands ditching talc?

Regulations on talc in cosmetics have been causing reformulations across beauty products. I spoke to cosmetic chemists and dermatologists about potential safety issues and whether you should shop talc-free.

Menopause and Perimenopause: Latest Research and Treatments

Menopause and perimenopause affects millions of women every year, yet they only receive a tiny fraction of federal research funding. But with demand for care on the rise, that longstanding gap in women’s health is starting to close. Board-certified OBGYN Dr. Mary Claire Haver joins TODAY with a checklist of the latest…

Laura Berman Shares Her Own Journey With Grief in New Book

Relationship therapist and bestselling author Laura Berman opens up about her own journey with grief and healing in her new book “Crying Out Loud,” being published by Maria Shriver’s imprint. In a powerful conversation with Maria, Dr. Berman says she wrote the book after losing her 16-year-old son in 2021 who died…

First New Sunscreen Type in 25 Years Hits US Store Shelves

For the first time in more than 25 years, Americans have a new option when shopping for sunscreen. The FDA-approved bemotrizinol is a skin-protecting chemical available in Europe and other parts of the world and is now hitting US shelves.

Why Survivor-to-Survivor Breast Cancer Support Matters

TODAY contributor Jill Martin was declared cancer free in 2025 after two years of treatment. Less than a year later, she connected with Val Talve, a mother of two young boys recently diagnosed with breast cancer, and they quickly became close friends. Now, both cancer-free, Jill and Val join Jenna Bush Hager and…

Try These Healthier Takes on Popular Halloween Candies

Start TODAY’s Joy Bauer shares a healthier take on some popular Halloween candies. See her recipes for chocolate peanut butter snap bars, peanut butter and jelly crispy treats and chocolate caramel candies!

Pope Leo Shares First Message After Lung Cancer Surgery

Pope Leo XIV is on the mend two days after surgery for adenocarcinoma, the most common form of lung cancer. The 71-year-old pontiff shared a first message saying he is “grateful for the outpouring of support” and asking them to “keep praying” as he recovers. NBC’s Anne Thompson reports for TODAY from Rome.

Pope Leo recovers after lung surgery

There are new details about Pope Leo’s recovery following his lung cancer diagnosis. Doctors say he is progressing as expected. NBC News’ Anne Thompson reports from Rome.

CVS to Pay $315 Million Settlement Over Opioid Prescriptions

CVS has agreed to pay a $315 million settlement to resolve a Justice Department case over allegations it illegally filled opioid prescriptions. The settlement resolves a 2024 lawsuit accusing the healthcare giant of providing controlled substances to fuel its own profits at the expense of public health and safety. CVS…

Busy Philipps Talks ‘Cupertino,’ Brain Tumor Surgery, Motherhood

Actor Busy Philipps joins TODAY’s Jenna Bush Hager and Sheinelle Jones to discuss her new series “Cupertino” and opens up about finding out she had a brain tumor on the same day she landed the role. Busy shares how she felt “divinely protected” by her late best friend Kate and her “Dawson’s Creek” co-star James Van…

How to Bring Joy Into Your Life by Embracing the Micro Moments

Stanford University psychologist and lecturer Kelly McGonigal joins the 3rd Hour of TODAY to discuss the power of harnessing joy in your everyday life, a lesson studied in depth in her new book "Joy Is a Risk Worth Taking." She also shares the importance of maintaining habits that bring you joy, delves into methods to…

Pope Leo XIV Found to Have Lung Cancer During Surgery

Well wishes are pouring in for Pope Leo XIV after the 71-year-old pontiff was diagnosed with lung cancer during surgery to remove a nodule on his lung on Tuesday. The Vatican stated that doctors confirmed a diagnosis of pulmonary adenocarcinoma via tissue testing following pre-operative examinations. NBC’s Daniele…

Doctor says Pope Leo has 'one of the more treatable' cancers

The Vatican announced that Pope Leo has been diagnosed with lung cancer following surgery to remove a lung nodule, during which doctors removed the lower lobe of his right lung. NBC News medical contributor Dr. John Torres says that the type of cancer, ​lung adenocarcinoma, is "one of the more treatable" types of…

Pennsylvania health officials report a sixth measles-related death

Pennsylvania is at the center of the nation’s largest measles outbreak in three decades, with a sixth measles-related death reported as cases continue to surge. NBC News’ Erika Edwards shares the latest developments in the outbreak and what to know about vaccinations.

Terry Crews on Using His Platform to Advocate for Mental Health

Actor and mental health advocate Terry Crews and Project Healthy Minds founder and CEO Phil Schermer, join Saturday TODAY to discuss their flagship event on World Mental Health Day. Crews also shares how he uses his platform to encourage others to get the help they need and reflects on how mental health issues have…

Changes to Make to Your Skin Care Routine for the Colder Months

After a long, hot summer, our skin may still be feeling the effects of the blistering sun long into the fall. Board-certified dermatologist Dr. Angela Lamb joins the 3rd Hour of TODAY to share tips on how to reverse the impacts of summer heat and keep your skin balanced and healthy going into a colder, dryer time of…

Tips for Taking Better Care of Your Mental Well-Being

As the year comes to an end and life gets busier, it can be difficult to keep a consistent routine and find time to take care of both your physical and mental health. Ben Meer, author of "How to Be Good at Life," joins the 3rd Hour of TODAY to share tips on how to create better habits that can reduce stress and…

Do Viral Health Claims About Living Longer Actually Work?

Viral health trends across social media claim to increase both stamina and longevity, but do they really work? TODAY medical contributor Dr. Natalie Azar joins TODAY to differentiate fact from fiction by breaking down social media health claims, from cold plunges and cortisol levels to wearable trackers and more.

Adam Grant on Connecting With People With 3 Types of Bonds

Bestselling author and organizational psychologist Adam Grant joins TODAY to share ideas to form bonds with others from his new book “Vibe: The Secrets of Strong Connections in a Lonely World.” Grant breaks down how people categorize friends into three different types of bonds, why we should skip small talk when…

Deal alert: Walmart’s has AirPods 4 for $79

Walmart has Apple AirPods 4 on sale for $79, down from $130. That’s lower than the price during Amazon’s Prime Big Deal Days. Here’s what to know.

How This Teen's Health Journey Shaped Her Passion for Softball

After developing an unprecedented and progressive spinal curvature, known, 10-year-old Macie Perna feared her love for playing softball may be lost forever. But, a life-changing operation at Shriners Children's Philadelphia called Vertebral Body Tethering, or VBT, hit those fears out of the park. Just six weeks later…

How Clean are Hotel Rooms? What to Know Before Checking in

A hotel room may appear to be squeaky clean but harmful germs could be lurking in places you might not expect. Plush carpets could inhabit E. coli and staph that can hitch a ride on shoes and wheeling suitcases. Reporting for TODAY, NBC’s Vicky Nguyen teams up with an environmental testing lab and books two room in…

How to Set Boundaries at Home and at Work Without the Guilt

Setting boundaries can be difficult and guilt-inducing, but it doesn't have to be. Psychotherapist and author Niro Feliciano joins the 3rd Hour of TODAY to share helpful tips on how to set boundaries in your personal, romantic and work life. She explains how creating limits for yourself can foster healthier…

Foods to Add to Your Diet for a Healthy and Happy Gut

Maintaining a healthy gut is a vital way to lower risks of illnesses like heart disease and dementia. Gastrointestinal health expert Dr. Trisha Pasricha joins the 3rd Hour of TODAY to share tips to improve gut health, including eating more fiber, diversifying fruits and vegetables in meals, and introducing fermented…

WHO seeks answers and clarity over plague lab death in Russia

The World Health Organization is pushing for more answers and clarity in the plague death that happened in a lab in Russia. NBC News' Dr. Akshay Syal has more on what we know about the illness and what WHO is seeking from Russia.

Report finds discounts on Trump's drug website are hit or miss

As President Trump increasingly touts his "TrumpRx" drug website, a recent analysis shows the savings offered through the program are hit or miss. NBC News' Berkeley Lovelace has details on the potential savings offered through the website amid a slight dip in overall prices.