https://www.nbcnews.com/NBC News Healthen-US© 2026 NBCNews.comSat, 12 Sep 2026 11:00:40 GMThttps://media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com/image/upload/MSNBC/Components/Media/NBC-promo-graphics/nbc-news.pnghttps://www.nbcnews.com/Berkeley Lovelace Jr. Sat, 12 Sep 2026 11:00:40 GMTMost Americans can expect to pay significantly more each month for health insurance next year, whether they get it through work, the Affordable Care Act or Medicare.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.nbcnews.com/health/health-news/aca-medicare-work-health-insurance-cost-rise-2027-rcna597069https://www.nbcnews.com/health/health-news/aca-medicare-work-health-insurance-cost-rise-2027-rcna597069Leila RegisterPhoto illustration of exam room at doctors office, a pill, a patient on a hospital bed, and a blood pressure reading Insurers who offer ACA plans are proposing a premium increase of about 15%, on average, for 2027.Sat, 12 Sep 2026 11:00:40 GMTSat, 12 Sep 2026 11:00:40 GMTFri, 11 Sep 2026 17:16:33 GMTNBC News' Monica Alba sits down with the widow of an FBI agent Jack Hess, who developed stage four cancer after responding to the Pentagon on 9/11. She shares his story and the ripple effects the attack still has 25 years later.2056-09-11T17:15:41.000+0000now_hallie_fbi_911_widow_260911https://www.nbcnews.com/video/widow-shares-story-of-fbi-agent-who-died-of-cancer-after-9-11-269729349747FBI agent died of cancer after 9/11 Pentagon response. His widow is now telling his storyNBC News' Monica Alba sits down with the widow of an FBI agent Jack Hess, who developed stage four cancer after responding to the Pentagon on 9/11. She shares his story and the ripple effects the attack still has 25 years later.Fri, 11 Sep 2026 17:15:39 GMTFri, 11 Sep 2026 17:16:33 GMTFri, 11 Sep 2026 16:54:51 GMTSchool is back in session and life is getting back to normal, so psychotherapist Niro Feliciano stops by TODAY to share tips for resetting your routine. See her advice for dealing with shorter daylight hours and packed schedules, which includes “progress over perfection,” limiting phone use, going for walks, and more.2056-09-11T16:46:51.000+0000tdy_health_9a_life_lessons_260911https://www.today.com/video/routine-reset-how-to-prioritize-your-mental-health-this-fall-269727813795How to Reset Your Routine for Fall to Create Healthy HabitsSchool is back in session and life is getting back to normal, so psychotherapist Niro Feliciano stops by TODAY to share tips for resetting your routine. See her advice for dealing with shorter daylight hours and packed schedules, which includes “progress over perfection,” limiting phone use, going for walks, and more.Fri, 11 Sep 2026 16:46:48 GMTFri, 11 Sep 2026 16:54:51 GMTFri, 11 Sep 2026 16:37:52 GMTDoctors at the World Trade Center Health Program say they are now seeing a surge in 9/11-related cancer cases. NBC News' Erika Edwards speaks to Lisa Parker and Frank Kotnik about their health journeys since that tragic day.2056-09-11T16:36:37.000+0000now_daily_a_edwards_911_cancer_260911https://www.nbcnews.com/now/video/9-11-survivors-are-being-diagnosed-with-cancer-25-years-after-the-attacks-2697273018639/11 survivors are being diagnosed with cancer 25 years after the attacksDoctors at the World Trade Center Health Program say they are now seeing a surge in 9/11-related cancer cases. NBC News' Erika Edwards speaks to Lisa Parker and Frank Kotnik about their health journeys since that tragic day.Fri, 11 Sep 2026 16:36:34 GMTFri, 11 Sep 2026 16:37:52 GMTThu, 10 Sep 2026 17:46:35 GMTBilly Joel revealed that he underwent brain surgery because he didn’t want to lose his “marbles.” The “Piano Man” singer admitted he initially balked at going under the knife for hydrocephalus, a disorder he was diagnosed with in 2025. NBC News medical contributor Dr. Kavita Patel explains what the surgery entails.2056-09-10T17:46:01.000+0000now_current_kpa_billy_joel_260910https://www.nbcnews.com/video/billy-joel-gives-health-update-after-brain-surgery-269634629617Billy Joel gives health update after brain surgeryBilly Joel revealed that he underwent brain surgery because he didn’t want to lose his “marbles.” The “Piano Man” singer admitted he initially balked at going under the knife for hydrocephalus, a disorder he was diagnosed with in 2025. NBC News medical contributor Dr. Kavita Patel explains what the surgery entails.Thu, 10 Sep 2026 17:45:57 GMTThu, 10 Sep 2026 17:46:35 GMTZoe MalinThu, 06 Feb 2025 16:21:06 GMTLooking for a dentist-approved mouthwash? Experts recommend top options for fresh breath and healthy gums.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.nbcnews.com/select/shopping/best-mouthwashes-rcna190988https://www.nbcnews.com/select/shopping/best-mouthwashes-rcna190988AmazonMouthwashes are made with different ingredients depending on what their purpose is, like fighting cavities, reducing bad breath and preventing gingivitis. Mouthwashes are made with different ingredients depending on what their purpose is, like fighting cavities, reducing bad breath and preventing gingivitis. AmazonMouthwashes are made with different ingredients depending on what their purpose is, like fighting cavities, reducing bad breath and preventing gingivitis. Mouthwashes are made with different ingredients depending on what their purpose is, like fighting cavities, reducing bad breath and preventing gingivitis. Courtesy Joshua RiosBrown likes that this Listerine mouthwash doesn’t irritate her gums.Mouthwashes are made with different ingredients depending on what their purpose is, like fighting cavities, reducing bad breath and preventing gingivitis. Courtesy Kalohe DanbaraHand holding a blue bottle of Therabreath mouthwash.Mouthwashes are made with different ingredients depending on what their purpose is, like fighting cavities, reducing bad breath and preventing gingivitis. Courtesy Kalohe DanbaraWhite bottle of Carifree mouthwash on a black desk.Mouthwashes are made with different ingredients depending on what their purpose is, like fighting cavities, reducing bad breath and preventing gingivitis. Thu, 06 Feb 2025 16:21:06 GMTSat, 12 Sep 2026 18:07:18 GMTBianca Alvarez Michelle RostamianThu, 08 Sep 2022 18:45:00 GMTIf you’re looking for an eczema treatment, the right lotion can help you find some relief. Shop the best eczema lotions from CeraVe, Aveeno, Vanicream and more.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.nbcnews.com/select/shopping/best-eczema-lotions-ncna1298695https://www.nbcnews.com/select/shopping/best-eczema-lotions-ncna1298695Kara Birnbaum / NBCEczema is a common skin care concern — but with the right lotion, you may be able to find some relief.Eczema is a common skin care concern — but with the right lotion, you may be able to find some relief.Courtesy Bianca Alvarez, NBC Select ReporterThe left image shows dry, eczema-prone skin with a current flareup and without any moisturizer. The right image shows the same eczema-prone skin, but after the Vanicream Moisturizing Skin Cream was applied.Eczema is a common skin care concern — but with the right lotion, you may be able to find some relief.Courtesy Bianca Alvarez, NBC Select ReporterA swatch of Cerave’s Daily Moisturizing Lotion on the arm of NBC Select associate reporter Bianca Alvarez shows how thin, runny, and lightweight the white moisturizer is on her eczema-prone skin.Eczema is a common skin care concern — but with the right lotion, you may be able to find some relief.Thu, 08 Sep 2022 18:45:00 GMTSat, 12 Sep 2026 17:24:10 GMTBethany HeitmanSat, 12 Sep 2026 12:00:40 GMTShop today’s best women’s sneaker deals, with savings up to 60% off running and everyday styles from Nike, Hoka, On, Adidas and Kizik — all available now while supplies last.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.nbcnews.com/select/shopping/womens-sneaker-sale-2026-rcna597346https://www.nbcnews.com/select/shopping/womens-sneaker-sale-2026-rcna597346Zappos; Nordstrom; AdidasMost of the styles currently on sale are for running, but there are also trainers and fashion sneakers marked down. Most of the styles currently on sale are for running, but there are also trainers and fashion sneakers marked down. On, AdidasMost of the styles currently on sale are for running, but there are also trainers and fashion sneakers marked down. Most of the styles currently on sale are for running, but there are also trainers and fashion sneakers marked down. Sat, 12 Sep 2026 12:00:40 GMTSat, 12 Sep 2026 12:00:40 GMTBethany HeitmanFri, 11 Sep 2026 19:51:15 GMTHand washing your gym clothes can help them last longer and smell fresher — but is it necessary? Two cleaning experts share when it’s worth it.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.nbcnews.com/select/shopping/should-you-hand-wash-workout-clothes-rcna596617https://www.nbcnews.com/select/shopping/should-you-hand-wash-workout-clothes-rcna596617Getty ImagesAccording to experts, items with high stretch or compression should probably be hand washed to preserve the integrity of the fabric. According to experts, items with high stretch or compression should probably be hand washed to preserve the integrity of the fabric. Getty ImagesAccording to experts, items with high stretch or compression should probably be hand washed to preserve the integrity of the fabric. According to experts, items with high stretch or compression should probably be hand washed to preserve the integrity of the fabric. Fri, 11 Sep 2026 19:51:15 GMTFri, 11 Sep 2026 19:51:15 GMTJoelle GrossJoe MurphyMelinda YaoTue, 01 Apr 2025 20:23:45 GMTNBC News is tracking confirmed measles case counts and state infection tallies. This data will be updated regularly.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.nbcnews.com/data-graphics/track-measles-outbreak-cases-us-map-rcna198932https://www.nbcnews.com/data-graphics/track-measles-outbreak-cases-us-map-rcna198932This chart shows the weekly measles cases in the U.S. from January 2025 to the present. This August case counts are surging again, to as many as 200 new cases in a week. The max on this chart is nearly 300, reached in early January 2026.This chart shows the weekly measles cases in the U.S. from January 2025 to the present. This August case counts are surging again, to as many as 200 new cases in a week. The max on this chart is nearly 300, reached in early January 2026.This chart shows the weekly measles cases in the U.S. from January 2025 to the present. This August case counts are surging again, to as many as 200 new cases in a week. The max on this chart is nearly 300, reached in early January 2026.Tue, 01 Apr 2025 20:23:45 GMTFri, 11 Sep 2026 15:23:44 GMTBarbara MantelThu, 10 Sep 2026 21:26:59 GMTToo much light exposure during sleep may lead to potentially harmful changes in the structure and function of the heart, a new study suggests.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.nbcnews.com/health/heart-health/heart-damage-light-exposure-too-much-at-night-research-rcna596695https://www.nbcnews.com/health/heart-health/heart-damage-light-exposure-too-much-at-night-research-rcna596695Vadym PlysiukA hand presses a button on a night light plugged into a wall, emitting a warm orange glowTurn off the lights! A new study is the first to examine how nighttime brightness while we sleep may affect the structure and function of the heart.Thu, 10 Sep 2026 21:26:59 GMTThu, 10 Sep 2026 21:26:59 GMTAria Bendix Doha MadaniErika EdwardsPatrick MartinThu, 10 Sep 2026 21:14:47 GMTA spike in exposures to rabies across the U.S. this summer has prompted the CDC to issue a health alert.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.nbcnews.com/health/health-news/rabies-exposure-cdc-warns-summer-spike-rcna597084https://www.nbcnews.com/health/health-news/rabies-exposure-cdc-warns-summer-spike-rcna597084Marina KopfIn North Carolina, Franklin County Animal Control sets trap in an area where a rabid skunk was found.In North Carolina, Franklin County Animal Control sets trap in an area where a rabid skunk was found.Thu, 10 Sep 2026 21:14:47 GMTThu, 10 Sep 2026 21:14:47 GMTErika EdwardsFri, 04 Sep 2026 22:04:23 GMTA 6-week-old baby girl is one of two people with measles who died in Pennsylvania, the Lancaster County coroner said Friday, as the nation’s measles tally hit a new 35-year record of 3,134 cases.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.nbcnews.com/health/health-news/measles-cases-cdc-pennsylvania-deaths-rfk-jr-rcna596091https://www.nbcnews.com/health/health-news/measles-cases-cdc-pennsylvania-deaths-rfk-jr-rcna596091Joe RaedleA Medical Assistant draws a measles, mumps and rubella, vaccination.The new measles milestone, the highest number of confirmed cases in the U.S. since 1991, is yet another indication that the highly contagious virus is affecting areas of the country with plummeting vaccination rates.Fri, 04 Sep 2026 22:04:23 GMTFri, 04 Sep 2026 22:04:23 GMTBerkeley Lovelace Jr. Jason KaneErin McLaughlinFri, 04 Sep 2026 21:17:25 GMTTexas Attorney General Ken Paxton has opened an investigation into a major military healthcare contractor over wrongfully denied medical claims.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.nbcnews.com/health/health-care/texas-ag-paxton-investigates-military-healthcare-contractor-denied-cla-rcna592347https://www.nbcnews.com/health/health-care/texas-ag-paxton-investigates-military-healthcare-contractor-denied-cla-rcna592347Desiree Rios for NBC NewsFORT WORTH, TEXAS - FEBRUARY 11, 2026: Guy Shoemaker, 64, poses for a portrait outside his home in Fort Worth, Texas, on Wednesday, Feb. 11, 2026. After his TRICARE plan transitioned to TriWest Healthcare Alliance, tens of thousands of dollars in previously approved claims for life-saving treatment and scans for his throat cancer were pulled back or denied because of a data error.FORT WORTH, TEXAS - FEBRUARY 11, 2026: Guy Shoemaker, 64, poses for a portrait outside his home in Fort Worth, Texas, on Wednesday, Feb. 11, 2026. After his TRICARE plan transitioned to TriWest Healthcare Alliance, tens of thousands of dollars in previously approved claims for life-saving treatment and scans for his throat cancer were pulled back or denied because of a data error.Fri, 04 Sep 2026 21:17:25 GMTFri, 04 Sep 2026 21:17:25 GMTDavid K. LiFri, 04 Sep 2026 16:40:04 GMTA New Hampshire man, at death’s door 1 ½ years ago, said Friday he could now have “decades” left after surviving a record 271 days with a transplanted pig kidney — in a procedure that could offer new hope to countless other patients.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/pig-kidney-works-record-271-days-body-surviving-american-rcna596101https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/pig-kidney-works-record-271-days-body-surviving-american-rcna596101Courtesy Massachusetts General HospitalMassachusetts General Hospital Kidney Xenotransplant.Tim Andrews was 66 when he received the pig kidney on Jan. 25, 2025.Courtesy Massachusetts General HospitalMassachusetts General Hospital Kidney Xenotransplant.Tim Andrews was 66 when he received the pig kidney on Jan. 25, 2025.Courtesy Massachusetts General HospitalMassachusetts General Hospital Kidney Xenotransplant.Tim Andrews was 66 when he received the pig kidney on Jan. 25, 2025.Courtesy Massachusetts General HospitalMassachusetts General Hospital Kidney Xenotransplant.Tim Andrews was 66 when he received the pig kidney on Jan. 25, 2025.Fri, 04 Sep 2026 16:40:04 GMTFri, 04 Sep 2026 20:33:27 GMTEvan BushTue, 01 Sep 2026 19:04:05 GMTCalifornia is poised to become the first U.S. state to set standards for testing and remediation for smoke contamination from wildfires, with a pair of bills passed Monday.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.nbcnews.com/science/environment/california-wildfire-smoke-standards-bill-contamination-homes-rcna595507https://www.nbcnews.com/science/environment/california-wildfire-smoke-standards-bill-contamination-homes-rcna595507Eric ThayerFire crews battle the Eaton FireThe insurance industry opposed the legislation but said the final bills represent a step forward toward clearer guidance on smoke-related claims.Mark J. TerrillBeach front properties are left destroyed The insurance industry opposed the legislation but said the final bills represent a step forward toward clearer guidance on smoke-related claims.Tue, 01 Sep 2026 19:04:05 GMTTue, 01 Sep 2026 19:04:05 GMTErika EdwardsMon, 31 Aug 2026 21:22:00 GMTThree baby goats at a North Carolina petting zoo tested positive for rabies, sparking a statewide effort to track down everyone who interacted with the animals.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.nbcnews.com/health/health-news/son-fed-goats-petting-zoo-now-get-rabies-shots-rcna595345https://www.nbcnews.com/health/health-news/son-fed-goats-petting-zoo-now-get-rabies-shots-rcna595345Rebecca LanningA 4-year-old boy is one of the people who was exposed to rabies from petting zoo goats in North Carolina.A 4-year-old boy is one of the people who was exposed to rabies from petting zoo goats in North Carolina.Rebecca LanningHarmony Farms Petting Zoo in Harmony, North Carolina in August 2026.Lanning's son has received three rabies vaccinations so far and will ultimately need six shots. Mon, 31 Aug 2026 21:22:00 GMTMon, 31 Aug 2026 21:22:00 GMTDennis RomeroTangni NoriegaKaila NicholsSat, 29 Aug 2026 22:37:52 GMTFour baby goats from a North Carolina mobile petting zoo tested positive for rabies and were euthanized, and health officials are asking anyone who may have had contact with them to reach out for possible treatment.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/four-baby-goats-mobile-petting-zoo-north-carolina-test-positive-rabies-rcna594981https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/four-baby-goats-mobile-petting-zoo-north-carolina-test-positive-rabies-rcna594981Cornell WatsonA person closes a gate to a goat pen.A North Carolina goat farm in 2024.Sat, 29 Aug 2026 22:37:52 GMTSat, 29 Aug 2026 22:37:52 GMTLauren MaykAria Bendix Erika EdwardsThu, 27 Aug 2026 22:24:58 GMTAfter the Pennsylvania Health Department announced that an infant’s death was associated with measles, the coroner involved has said he does not consider measles to be the cause of death.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.nbcnews.com/health/health-news/pennsylvania-measles-infant-coroner-says-ruptured-spleen-rcna594793https://www.nbcnews.com/health/health-news/pennsylvania-measles-infant-coroner-says-ruptured-spleen-rcna594793Dan MarschkaStephen Diamantoni gestures toward an open filing cabinet filled with black boxes of cremated remains.Dr. Stephen Diamantoni at the Lancaster County forensic center in Pennsylvania in 2017.Thu, 27 Aug 2026 22:24:58 GMTThu, 27 Aug 2026 22:24:58 GMTAria Bendix Erika EdwardsDana VarinskyWed, 26 Aug 2026 21:27:20 GMTThe deaths were the first associated with measles in the state in 35 years. 2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.nbcnews.com/health/health-news/infant-pennsylvania-measles-death-rcna594603https://www.nbcnews.com/health/health-news/infant-pennsylvania-measles-death-rcna594603BSIPVirusMeasles virus.Wed, 26 Aug 2026 21:27:20 GMTWed, 26 Aug 2026 21:27:20 GMTBerkeley Lovelace Jr. Erika EdwardsWed, 26 Aug 2026 17:53:12 GMTIn a late-stage trial, people who got Revolution Medicines’ Rasonque, or daraxonrasib, lived about twice as long as people who got standard care.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.nbcnews.com/health/health-news/fda-approval-pancreatic-cancer-daraxonrasib-rasonque-drug-rcna594531https://www.nbcnews.com/health/health-news/fda-approval-pancreatic-cancer-daraxonrasib-rasonque-drug-rcna594531Revolution MedicinesA split composite image of a pill bottle of Rasonque, left, and two individual pillsRevolution Medicines’ Rasonque, or daraxonrasib, a cancer drug.Revolution MedicinesA box of Rasonque next to a white pill container of RasonqueRasonque targets a mutation in a gene called KRAS that’s found in nearly all pancreatic cancers.Wed, 26 Aug 2026 17:53:12 GMTWed, 26 Aug 2026 18:47:57 GMTErika EdwardsTue, 25 Aug 2026 13:37:24 GMTThey are the first measles-related deaths in the U.S. this year. 2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.nbcnews.com/health/health-news/measles-pennsylvania-deaths-two-outbreak-rfk-jr-rcna594296https://www.nbcnews.com/health/health-news/measles-pennsylvania-deaths-two-outbreak-rfk-jr-rcna594296Lindsey WassonA vial of the measles, mumps and rubella (MMR) vaccine.A vial of the measles, mumps and rubella (MMR) vaccine.Tue, 25 Aug 2026 13:37:24 GMTTue, 25 Aug 2026 21:17:18 GMTThe Associated PressJane WeaverFri, 21 Aug 2026 14:07:58 GMTHealth officials are warning consumers not to eat certain brands of alfalfa sprouts that have been linked to an unusual outbreak involving different disease-causing bacteria.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.nbcnews.com/health/health-news/sprouts-e-coli-salmonella-illnesses-minnesota-wisconsin-rcna593710https://www.nbcnews.com/health/health-news/sprouts-e-coli-salmonella-illnesses-minnesota-wisconsin-rcna593710ZenShuiAlfalfa sprouts, close-upAlfalfa sprouts.Fri, 21 Aug 2026 14:07:58 GMTFri, 21 Aug 2026 20:05:15 GMTJane WeaverFri, 21 Aug 2026 15:22:16 GMTThe FDA reported that bottles of Clear Eyes Maximum Itchy Eye Relief have been recalled over potential contamination.2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.nbcnews.com/health/health-news/eye-drops-sold-nationwide-recalled-possible-contamination-fda-reports-rcna593718https://www.nbcnews.com/health/health-news/eye-drops-sold-nationwide-recalled-possible-contamination-fda-reports-rcna593718Clear EyesClear Eye Maximum Itchy Eye Relief recallThe eye drops were distributed nationwide.Fri, 21 Aug 2026 15:22:16 GMTFri, 21 Aug 2026 17:59:46 GMTErika EdwardsWed, 19 Aug 2026 21:38:40 GMTThe CDC reported more than 400 cases in 32 states, although the number of illnesses is likely to be much higher. 2112-01-01T00:00:00.000+0000https://www.nbcnews.com/health/health-news/salmonella-jalapenos-cyclospora-lettuce-cdc-illnesses-hospitalizations-rcna593369https://www.nbcnews.com/health/health-news/salmonella-jalapenos-cyclospora-lettuce-cdc-illnesses-hospitalizations-rcna593369AnaDeePhotographyFresh cut jalapeño slices laid on a gray surfaceThe CDC and the FDA are investigating an outbreak of salmonella infections across the country.Wed, 19 Aug 2026 21:38:40 GMTWed, 19 Aug 2026 21:38:40 GMT