Hoda Kotb bid farewell to Today at the start of the new year, and she recently shared that her daughter Hope Kotb's health played a significant role in her decision to step back from the morning show.

In an article published by a news outlet on May 28, Hoda, 60, revealed that Hope, 6, has been diagnosed with type 1 diabetes .

The autoimmune disease "affects the insulin making cells of the pancreas," according to the Mayo Clinic. Managing this condition requires constant blood sugar monitoring and regular insulin injections.

"It's kind of constant care for Hope. We're monitoring her 24/7," the mom-of-two explained.

Hoda further elaborated on her daughter's medical needs, such as keeping away from sweets and requiring to "take care of her at night" if she's awake.

"She w

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