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Are tampons safe? New study finds lead and arsenic in tampons. But don't panic, experts say

A new study examined composition of tampons and found heavy, toxic metals. But more research is needed, experts say.
Tampon
Tampon

Kate Beckinsale explains reason behind 6-week hospital stay while clapping back at commenter

The actor shared that her family had faced a series of health issues and tragedies.
Kate Beckinsale at the Golden Globe Awards at The Beverly Hilton on Jan. 7, 2024.
Kate Beckinsale at the Golden Globe Awards at The Beverly Hilton on Jan. 7, 2024.

Jill Martin undergoes last scheduled surgery due to cancer diagnosis: ‘The next phase’

Jill Martin Brooks is undergoing breast reconstruction surgery on July 9 and hopes that it will be her last major cancer intervention for now.
Jill Martin
Jill Martin

Woman, 104, still works trapping lobsters, shares simple tips for a long life

“I’m not going to retire, I’m going to do this till I die,” Virginia Oliver, who is known as Maine's "Lobster Lady," says. "I’m the boss.”
Virginia Oliver
Virginia Oliver

102-year-old woman who still works shares 3 simple tips for a long life

She's part of the "never retire" club of people who work into their 90s and 100s, a habit commonly seen in the Blue Zones.
Deborah Szekely.
Deborah Szekely.

I lost part of my eyesight in medical school. Searching for answers made me a better doctor

Trying to find answers to why I lost my vision in my eye taught me the importance of patient advocacy.
collage of an eye layered with an eye exam
collage of an eye layered with an eye exam

This common ingredient in menopause supplements is dangerous for many women

Supplements aren't well regulated, experts say. And, at worst, they can be dangerous.
A woman standing at a table with green pills
A woman standing at a table with green pills

5 things I never do to protect my bone health as a woman and rheumatologist

Dr. Natalie Azar spoke with Hoda Kotb about all the ways she protects her bones.
Dr. Azar on the show.
Dr. Azar on the show.

Woman, 39, driven crazy by mystery whooshing noise in her ear: 'I couldn't sleep'

She couldn't sleep or find a moment of silence until a brain procedure provided relief.
Dana Pulciani
Dana Pulciani

Bride, 102, marries groom, 100. They may be the world's oldest living married couple

They dated for years without mentioning marriage, but an unexpected event led them to realize "I don’t want to live without you," their family says.

WWE star Brandi Rhodes reveals endometriosis symptoms doctors missed for 3 years: ‘I was angry’

Now she's sharing her story to encourage others to get the treatment they deserve.
Brandi Rhodes
Brandi Rhodes
Dr. Tara Narula is a cardiologist and an Associate Director of the Cardiac Care Unit at Lenox Hill Hospital/NSLIJ in Manhattan.
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Niro Feliciano is a mom of four, psychotherapist, author and host of the podcast “All Things Life.”
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Stephanie Mansour is a contributing health and fitness writer for TODAY. She is a certified personal trainer, yoga and Pilates instructor and weight-loss coach for women.
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