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The beloved anchor appeared onTodayfrom his kitchen at home to update his morning-show co-hosts, whom he called terrific.

Youve been coming by the hospital.
Hoda was actually, I think, named an honorary doctor.
She would literally show up.
She did a Hod-ini.
She would just be there.
Roker was candid about his health struggles, saying, Its been a tough slog.
Im not going to deny this.
Its been the hardest one yet, and you know Ive had my share of surgeries.
It gives you a profound sense of gratitude for this outpouring of prayers and thanks.
Im a very fortunate person.
You lose a certain amount of muscle mass for every week youre in the hospital.
I feel good, I feel strong, and every day, I feel a little bit better.
I made dinner last night.
Roker has been dealing with struggles beyond his own health.
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