Well: 5 stories you might have missed

July 7, 2026

Here are some health and wellness stories you might not have seen, curated by Times editors and personalized for you.

A woman sitting on a bed and clutching her stomach.

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Clusters of Severe Stomach Illness Reported Across the U.S.

Public health experts said there were more cases than usual of the disease caused by cyclospora, which is spread through contaminated food and drink.

By Roni Rabin

An illustration of a man and woman sitting at the edge of a swimming pool with their feet in the water. Their reflections are seen on the water's surface. The man is looking at the reflection of another woman.

Marta Monteiro

Ask the Therapist

I Left My Girlfriend for Someone Else. What if I Made a Mistake?

Our Ask the Therapist columnist, Lori Gottlieb, advises a reader whose avoidant communication style is making a breakup more complicated.

By Lori Gottlieb

An illustration of an open picnic basket filled with various foods, including broccoli, peas, hummus, oats, carrots, strawberries, popcorn, watermelon and potatoes. A kite tied to the basket hovers above the basket while ants crawl along the side.

Nada Hayek

The Best Healthy Eating Advice of 2026 (So Far)

We mined the year’s top nutrition stories for 10 helpful lessons.

By Amanda Schupak

Jordan Vonderhaar for The New York Times

When Lifelong Runners Are Forced to Quit

For those who rely on the sport for identity and community, leaving it behind can feel like a form of grief.

By Liz Krieger

A partially eaten plate of spaghetti and meatballs sits on a white backdrop. A silver knife and fork rest on the plate.

Eric Helgas for The New York Times

Ask Well

Why Can’t I Eat as Much as I Used To?

Hormonal shifts, diminished sense of smell and taste, muscle loss — many factors can influence hunger loss in older adults.

By Melinda Wenner Moyer

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