Today Show's Al Roker hospitalized for blood clots

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'TODAY' show's Al Roker reveals he's in the hospital and being treated for blood clots

The weatherman and anchor has been absent from NBC's morning show for a few days.

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"TODAY" show weatherman and anchor Al Roker revealed on Friday that he is in the hospital after being admitted last week for a blood clot in his leg and a few in his lungs.

Roker, 68, said this is the reason viewers haven't seen him on the NBC morning show.

"So many of you have been thoughtfully asking where I’ve been," he wrote on his Instagram along with a picture of a bouquet of flowers and an NBC News weather mug. "Last week I was admitted to the hospital with a blood clot in my leg which sent some clots into my lungs."...

 

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Warm wishes for a speedy recovery!

 

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• Notably missing is Today Show host Al Roker, who will be absent for the first time in 27 years after being hospitalized for blood clots
• Roker revealed in a tweet that he would be discharged from the hospital in time for Thanksgiving dinner as he was watching the parade on TV with more than 20 million viewers

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TODAY family sends love to Al as he returns to the hospital

The TODAY weatherman first went to the hospital in the middle of November.

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Al Roker Sends Gratitude for Fan Support as He Remains in Hospital: 'He's in Very Good Care'

Al Roker sent a message of thanks on Thursday morning's Today show, as he remains in the hospital amid ongoing health issues

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‘TODAY’ show’s Al Roker returns to hospital after treatment for blood clots

Co-host Hoda Kotb said Thursday that Roker was back in the hospital “due to some complications,” telling viewers he was in “very good care.”

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“TODAY” show weatherman and anchor Al Roker has been readmitted to the hospital after revealing last month he was treated for blood clots.

Co-host Hoda Kotb said Roker was back in the hospital “due to some complications,” telling viewers Thursday that he was in “very good care.”

“He’s resting and his doctors are keeping a close eye on him. Al and his family want everybody to know how grateful they are for all the love, the support and the well wishes,” she said.

Roker was unable to attend the lighting of the Rockefeller Center tree on Wednesday...

 

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‘TODAY’ show’s Al Roker returns to hospital after treatment for blood clots

Co-host Hoda Kotb said Thursday that Roker was back in the hospital “due to some complications,” telling viewers he was in “very good care.”

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“TODAY” show weatherman and anchor Al Roker has been readmitted to the hospital after revealing last month he was treated for blood clots.

Co-host Hoda Kotb said Roker was back in the hospital “due to some complications,” telling viewers Thursday that he was in “very good care.”

“He’s resting and his doctors are keeping a close eye on him. Al and his family want everybody to know how grateful they are for all the love, the support and the well wishes,” she said.

Roker was unable to attend the lighting of the Rockefeller Center tree on Wednesday...

Seems like he has had a few medical issues over the years. Blood clots as you know can be dangerous--- I wonder why he was discharged in the first place- in any event I hope all goes well for him.

 

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Wishes for a speedy recovery!

 

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Wishes for a speedy recovery!

 

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Al Roker is 'in very good care' after second hospitalization: 'Doctors are keeping a close eye on him,' Hoda Kotb says

"He's resting, and his doctors are keeping a close eye on him," Al Roker's "Today" colleagues said.

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Al Roker shares update on 'TODAY' show after two recent hospital stays

Roker, 68, is not able to return to “TODAY” just yet, as he’s focused on regaining his strength.

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Al Roker says his recent hospital stints have been “a tough slog,” but he is pushing through it thanks to an outpouring of well wishes and support from his wife, three children and his "TODAY" colleagues.

Roker shared an update on the "TODAY" show via video call from his home on Monday after spending most of the past month at New York-Presbyterian Hospital.

“Listen, it’s been a tough slog. I’m not going to deny this,” Roker said. “It’s been the hardest one yet, and you know I’ve had my share of surgeries. It gives you a profound sense of gratitude for this outpouring of prayers and thanks. I’m a very fortunate person.”

Regular visits to the hospital by his colleagues have helped bolster his spirits...

 

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Al Roker shares update on 'TODAY' show after two recent hospital stays

Roker, 68, is not able to return to “TODAY” just yet, as he’s focused on regaining his strength.

www.nbcnews.com

Al Roker says his recent hospital stints have been “a tough slog,” but he is pushing through it thanks to an outpouring of well wishes and support from his wife, three children and his "TODAY" colleagues.

Roker shared an update on the "TODAY" show via video call from his home on Monday after spending most of the past month at New York-Presbyterian Hospital.

“Listen, it’s been a tough slog. I’m not going to deny this,” Roker said. “It’s been the hardest one yet, and you know I’ve had my share of surgeries. It gives you a profound sense of gratitude for this outpouring of prayers and thanks. I’m a very fortunate person.”

Regular visits to the hospital by his colleagues have helped bolster his spirits...

Wishing him the best and a full recovery

 

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Al Roker returns to 'TODAY' after two months

“To say we have missed you doesn’t even begin to describe it,” Savannah Guthrie said. “It is nothing without you here.”

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Al Roker returned to "TODAY" on Friday after two months away, and he was in great spirits as he joined Savannah Guthrie and Hoda Kotb in Studio 1A at the top of the show.

Roker walked onto set, sharing hugs and kisses with Guthrie and Kotb, while the crew applauded.

“To say we have missed you doesn’t even begin to describe it,” Guthrie said. “It is nothing without you here...