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The FDA says the baby formula shortage should ease within days, and what to know about monkeypox as the disease spreads to the U.S. Plus, authorities share tips about beach safety after a teen's tragic death on the Jersey Shore. |
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We are in the midst of "the most important outbreak of monkeypox in the Western Hemisphere," an epidemiology professor told NBC News in the wake of the first reported U.S. case found this year. New cases of the illness, which is primarily found in Africa, have also been reported in multiple Western European countries. Health officials are also investigating a possible case in New York City. The illness produces flu-like symptoms and a rash similar to chickenpox, syphilis or herpes. Here is an explainer about the history of monkeypox, the symptoms to watch out for, and how it can be treated. |
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The parents of 18-year-old Levi Caverly, who died when a 10-foot hole he and his sister were digging at a New Jersey beach collapsed, remembered their son in a touching tribute as a musician and tech enthusiast. We spoke to a fire captain in a different beach community who shared these safety tips when it comes to digging in the sand, including a warning about wet sand. And the mayor of the NJ town noted the tragedy happened during the offseason when no lifeguards were on duty. |
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If you're not looking to go all-in on the Mediterranean diet just yet, you can still reap the benefits of these 7 foods recommended by the popular eating plan. Foods like extra virgin olive oil, beans, chickpeas and whole grains are among those that help protect against strokes, heart attacks and Type 2 diabetes. If you're looking to give the Mediterranean diet a try, here are 4 easy ways to get started. |
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With warm weather and beach vacations ahead, it's a great time to find the next book to get lost in this summer. Weike Wang, critically acclaimed author of "Chemistry" and the recent release "Joan Is Okay," shared her favorite reads for this month with us. The list includes a spellbinding family drama and a refreshing take on a coming-of-age story. Also, don't miss May's Read With Jenna pick from our own book maven, Jenna Bush Hager. |
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Allow us to do the meal-planning for you. |
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This bright pasta dish of cavatelli with asparagus, lemon and fresh ricotta from Food Network host Jeff Mauro is great for a regular weeknight dinner, but also impressive enough to serve weekend guests. The fresh ricotta, which you can find in Italian markets and in some supermarkets, is the secret weapon. But if you can't find fresh ricotta, Mauro recommends Calabro among the packaged options. |
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A little pick-me-up before you go. |
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Even the snacks on top of the refrigerator aren't unreachable for this sky-scraping Great Dane. That's Zeus, the world's tallest dog, according to Guinness World Records. The very tall boy is 3 feet, 5.18 inches and stands more than 7 feet tall when he gets up on his hind legs. The giant dog, who eats 12 cups of food a day and drinks out of the sink, is actually a big sweetheart. "He thinks he's a lap dog and can sit in your lap or lean on you and not knock you over," owner Brittany Davis told us. "But I just love his personality. He's a good boy." |
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See you again tomorrow morning. Written by Scott Stump | Edited by Philip Caulfield |
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