Multiple shark attacks and sightings in New York and other areas have beachgoers on the East Coast wondering if it's safe to go back in the water. Plus, Joey Chestnut and Miki Sudo found themselves in very familiar positions at a wet and wild Nathan's Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest, and we've got tips to make sure you are ready for Amazon Prime Day. |
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Five people were bitten by sharks or what officials believe to be sharks in separate incidents throughout New York this week. A 15-year-old boy surfing in Fire Island was bitten on his heel and toes on Monday, while a girl the same age was attacked by an unknown animal in Babylon, although drones indicated images of sharks in the water. On Tuesday, a man in Quogue was bitten on his knee by what police called "a larger marine animal," and another swimmer in Fire Island was bitten on his hand by a shark. A few hours later, a woman in Fire Island was also believed to be bitten. Shark sightings have also occurred in Florida this week, although no attacks were reported. Experts recommend wearing bright clothing and remaining calm to avoid sharks while in the water. Here's the latest. |
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Joey Chestnut emerged as the "weiner" of the annual Nathan's Famous International Hot Dog Eating Contest on July 4 in Coney Island, New York, scarfing down 62 hot dogs in 10 minutes. It's his 16th title in 17 years and came after pouring rain and lightning delayed the contest for two hours. Miki Sudo took home the title in the women's field by chowing down 39.5 dogs in 10 minutes. "I still have hot dog in my teeth," Sudo told ESPN after her win, her ninth career victory at the famed contest. See more photos and video here. |
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Glenn Moog, of Columbus, Ohio, spotted a small bump on his neck after having sinus problems. Five months later, he went to his doctor, only to learn he had stage 4 cancer caused by HPV, the human papilloma virus, on the base of his tongue. Moog became cancer free following treatment, but his case highlights how doctors have seen an increase among head and neck cancers caused by HPV. The jump can be credited to a rise in cancer among people between the ages of 40 and 65 who were too old to be vaccinated against HPV, Dr. Matthew Old of the Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center tells us. Here's what to know about HPV and head and neck cancers. |
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Achieve your life and health goals with easy tips. |
If you got a little too much sun over the holiday weekend, we've got a few helpful tips from dermatologists about how to heal a sunburn fast and combat irritating peeling. To reduce inflammation, take a pain reliever like ibuprofen or Tylenol, or try a cool bath or a cold compress. Also, make sure you drink plenty of water and avoid alcohol. You also want to avoid oily topical creams like Vaseline or Aquaphor because those can trap heat in your skin and make it worse. Opt for aloe vera instead. For more tips on how to treat a sunburn, go here. |
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Allow us to do the meal-planning for you. |
Tired of hamburgers and hot dogs from the July 4 holiday, but still craving some meat? Try mixing it up with this cookout pot roast. Whether by the campfire or at home, this slow cook recipe, which you can set before heading out for the day, will have you feeling the joy of the great outdoors. You can also shorten the cooking time by using canned potatoes and carrots. And if you're looking to punch up the flavor but don't want to splurge on buying booze, mix in some Worcestershire sauce instead of wine or beer. Get the recipe. |
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A little pick-me-up before you go. |
Oh, baby! Congratulations are in order for TODAY's Al Roker, who has become a grandfather for the first time. On Monday, Al's daughter Courtney Laga gave birth to a beautiful baby girl named Sky Clara Laga. It's the first child for Courtney and her husband, Wes. Al sent along word to TODAY that everyone was doing well and his family "couldn't be happier." Meanwhile, Courtney shared some pics yesterday of her new little one on Instagram, and Al responded, "I love this little princess." See the photos here. |
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