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How a Doctor Monitors Herself for Endometriosis and the No. 1 Symptom

A gynecologic surgery specialist at Weill Cornell Medicine who treats women with endometriosis shares the warning signs of the disease she looks for in her own body.
A woman sits on the floor in the living room, leaning her back against a white sofa, and holds her hands on her lower abdomen, suggesting that she is suffering from abdominal pain from menstruation or other health problems.
A woman sits on the floor in the living room, leaning her back against a white sofa, and holds her hands on her lower abdomen, suggesting that she is suffering from abdominal pain from menstruation or other health problems.

Amanda Peet Opens up About Getting Diagnosed with Breast Cancer While Her Parents Were in Hospice Care

The actor said she received her first clear scan after treatment in January 2026.
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AFI FEST 2025 Presented By Canva "Fantasy Life" Screening

Psychiatrist Reveals the Sign of ADHD Often Overlooked in Women

More women are getting diagnosed with ADHD later in life. Psychiatrist Dr. Sasha Hamdani explains the hidden impacts of the disorder.
Mature woman lying on bed, expressing negative emotions silently.
Mature woman lying on bed, expressing negative emotions silently.

Try the 30-30-3 Diet Hack to Improve Hormone and Gut Health, From a Menopause Expert

In TODAY.com's Expert Tip of the Day, a doctor specializing in women's health shares how this simple approach to diet can improve hormone and gut health.
Repeating pattern of ginger root, lemon slices, and yogurt cups against a yellow background.
Repeating pattern of ginger root, lemon slices, and yogurt cups against a yellow background.

1 Test Can Detect Your Hidden Risk for a Heart Attack, Even if You're Healthy

In TODAY.com's Expert Tip of the Day, a cardiologist reveals a hidden risk for a heart attack and a stroke that a standard cholesterol test won't pick up.
Several stethoscopes against an EKG line, on a red background.
Several stethoscopes against an EKG line, on a red background.
28d ago

Patient Stories

Patient Stories

Woman, 42, Thought Her 'Weird' Symptoms Were Perimenopause. It Was Stage 3 Rectal Cancer

She assumed the changes in her body were due to perimenopause or gut issues, but it was rectal cancer, a disease that's on the rise. The single mom navigated treatment on her own.

What Is the #BiteTheLemonChallenge? Celebs Pucker Up for Endometriosis Awareness

Padma Lakshmi and the Endometriosis Foundation of America launched a campaign for the illnesses awareness month.
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Lemon Cut
30d ago

Milan Olympics

Milan Olympics

Alysa Liu Reveals the Top 2 Habits That Keep Her Mentally Strong

The Olympic gold medalist in figure skating says her mental health used to be "absolutely horrible." How she turned it around and her advice to others who are struggling.

The 1 Gadget a Cardiologist Actually Uses for Her Own Heart Health

In TODAY.com's Expert Tip of the Day, a cardiologist reveals a favorite gadget that lets her monitor herself for heart disease warning signs.
Several stethoscopes against an EKG line, on a yellow background.
Several stethoscopes against an EKG line, on a yellow background.
35d ago

EXCLUSIVE

EXCLUSIVE

EXCLUSIVE: Lupita Nyong’o Reveals Her Fibroids Have Returned: ‘Time To Speak Up’

The actor says she wants to see advancements in fibroid treatment.
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5th Annual Academy Museum Gala - Arrivals
Natalie Rizzo, MS, RD is the Nutrition Editor for TODAY. She is a Registered Dietitian, specializing in sports nutrition and plant-based eating. Natalie recently wrote her first cookbook, “Planted Performance: Easy...
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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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