TODAY 3rd Hour: Tripledemic fears rise ahead of holidays. Consumer Confidential: Credit Scores. “The Queen: Her Life” Author Andrew Morton live on TODAY. Peter Billingsley live in studio 1A. Holiday travel destinations & deals.

Dr. John Torres shares some tips on how to stay healthy as the holidays approach and RSV, flu, and covid cases continue to rise. Also, Consumer Confidential—data reporter Brian Cheung shares some ways you can keep your credit score in a good standing and why its so important to do so. Plus, Andrew Morton In studio 1A to talk about his new book “The Queen: Her Life.” And, catching up with Peter Billingsley to talk about the new “Ralphie” sequel “A Christmas Story Christmas.” And, editor chief of travel and leisure—Jacqui Gifford shares some holiday travel deals and ideas.