The Today Show returned with a twist on Wednesday. In a departure from their usual programming, hosts Al Roker, Savannah Guthrie, Craig Melvin and Sheinelle Jones put their health first as they received flu shots live on air.
Joined by Dr. Tara Narula, a cardiologist at Lenox Hill Hospital at Northwell Health, the Today Show hosts rolled up their sleeves as they learned about the importance of vaccinations. Click on the video below to see how they did….
WATCH: Today Show stars get flu shots live on air
In a hilarious moment, Craig, who was unaware he was getting a live shot, asked “Wait, are we doing this now?” which naturally made Al, Savannah and Sheinelle laugh. Savannah also joked that Craig would get the “sexiest” photo after finding out he was nominated for sexiest morning show host. She also used the moment to encourage viewers to vote for her blushing co-star.
In a cute moment, Sheinelle admitted that while she was happy to get her flu shot, the needles can make her nervous, but of course, she handled it like a pro. After receiving the injections, the hosts were treated to a lollipop each – as ordered by the doctor!
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It’s not the first time Today’s show has used his platform to shine a light on important health issues.
© GettyDylan Dreyer gets a coronavirus jab live on air in April 2021
Back in April 2021, Dylan Dreyer received her first bite from the coronavirus live on air. She was joined by co-stars Savannah Guthrie and Jenna Bush Hager for the momentous occasion.
“Am I the only one who feels something? It burns,” Dylan admitted as she received the sting. “I have nothing against you, but I felt it in my hand,” she told her pharmacist before adding, “But I’m very grateful.”
WATCH: The hosts are being vaccinated against COVID live on TV today
Savannah, meanwhile, took to social media shortly after to write: “What a day, what a privilege – so grateful to have received the vaccine! Hoping this helps spread awareness and encourages others to do the same so we can get back to living the lives we love it!”
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Meteorologist Dylan was equally thrilled to receive the life-saving vaccine, sharing a photo on Instagram of herself and the Walgreens pharmacist after the injection.
“1 down, 1 more!!” she wrote alongside the picture, which received over 28,000 likes.
Today show favorite Hoda Kotb has also been vocal about her health issues, both on the show and on her social media accounts.
In 2021, the mother of two children went to the doctor for a very special appointment, and she documented it on Instagram. Sharing a selfie of herself with her nurse Lisa, who gave the star her second dose of the coronavirus shot, Hoda wrote: “How lucky I am… to have Lisa twice!!! Thanks for the gentle touch. Thanks Letsssss gooooo!”
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