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Maura Hohman

Maura Hohman is the senior health editor for TODAY.com and has been covering health and wellness news and trends since 2015, when she graduated from journalism school. Her byline has appeared on TODAY, NBC News, US News & World Report, People, Everyday Health, WhatToExpect.com, History.com and more. Her interests include women's health, racial health disparities, mental health and COVID-19.

Maura Hohman is the senior health editor for TODAY.com and has been covering health and wellness news and trends since 2015, when she graduated from journalism school. Her byline has appeared on TODAY, NBC News, US News & World Report, People, Everyday Health, WhatToExpect.com, History.com and more. Her interests include women's health, racial health disparities, mental health and COVID-19.

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Tina Turner dies at 83 after ‘long illness’: What she said about cancer and health struggles

Queen of rock 'n' roll Tina Turner died at age 83. Her cause of death is a long illness. Before her death, she had intestinal cancer, stroke and kidney failure.

Will an mpox outbreak return this summer? These pictures can help identify symptoms

Monkeypox pictures show the typical rash and how to identify symptoms. Three monkeypox cases in the US are under investigation as the outbreak grows in Europe.

Maria Menounos details 1st pancreatic cancer symptoms. She says doctors dismissed them

Maria Menounos told People that she was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer in January. She shared her first symptoms, which were dismissed by her doctors.

Jerry Springer dies of pancreatic cancer at 79: These are the most common early signs

Talk show host Jerry Springer has died at age 79 of pancreatic cancer, his family spokesperson confirmed to NBC News.

'Black breasts matter': Black women speak out about breast cancer risk

Why are Black women treated differently when it comes to breast cancer diagnosis and treatment?

Richard Engel’s son died of Rett syndrome. His cells may help find a cure, his doctor says

Dr. Huda Zoghbi is a prominent Rett syndrome researcher. She worked with NBC News correspondent Richard Engel and his son Henry who died. She shared memories, his impact.

Dolores Catania of 'RHONJ' says she's taking a drug for weight loss. Her doctor speaks out

"Real Housewives of New Jersey" cast member Dolores Catania was criticized after saying she takes Ozempic. Her doctor, who prescribed the weight loss drug, speaks out.

Losing weight can still help your heart — even if you gain some back — study finds

Losing weight may reduce risk of heart disease and Type 2 diabetes, even if you gain some back, study finds. The study looked at weight loss programs.

This dieting mindset is going viral because it can help you lose weight with less restriction

The "add, don't subtract" approach has been popular with dietitians. It's recently going viral on TikTok as dietitians share how it can work for weight loss.

Tick-borne disease babesiosis is on the rise, CDC says. What to know about symptoms and treatment

What is babesiosis? Here are signs, symptoms, treatments and prevention methods to know as the CDC reports an increase in the tick-borne illness.

Sleep scientist shares 5 common myths about sleep to put to bed right away

A sleep scientist breaks down common myths and misconceptions about sleep that can harm your chances of getting quality rest. url looks good!