Know your risk: Navigating breast cancer screenings
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Good Day anchor Jenn Lahmers takes us along as she gets a mammogram. She shares how cancer runs in her family and the importance of staying on top of her screenings.

Blood sugar spikes may be tied to everyday habits you can control, expert says

Everyday habits — from what you eat for breakfast to how much you sleep — can have a significant impact on blood sugar levels, according to a metabolic health expert.

Drug-resistant germs a growing threat to Americans

A new CDC report shows that there is an increase in certain drug-resistant germs across the United States.

Here’s how daylight saving time impacts your body and what you can do

An extra hour of sleep is on the way for Americans this weekend as clocks turn back to standard time, ushering in earlier sunsets and changes to daily routines and sleep habits. Here’s how you can adjust to the time change.

US measles cases surpass 4,500, more than double last year's total

The United States is grappling with a surge in measles cases in 2026, with cases substantially higher in certain areas compared to others.

Women's wellness experiences: What's behind their popularity

Women's wellness experiences are growing in popularity. Many say the in-person connection to work out in community is even greater after the solitude of the pandemic.

Want to improve your mood and your health? Smile more often, experts suggest

Researchers say that reminding yourself to smile more often can make you feel better, but that doesn’t mean you have to watch something funny or search for humor around you. 

Popular sleep aids before surgery may lower risk of long-term opioid use, study finds

A new study suggests that taking melatonin or Ambien before surgery may help reduce anxiety, postsurgical pain and opioid use during the immediate recovery period.

Pro-football Hall of Famer Marshall Faulk reveals Parkinson's diagnosis

Pro-football Hall of Famer and Southern University coach Marshall Faulk has opened up about his diagnosis of Parkinson’s disease, a condition he has been managing for approximately a year-and-a-half.

New study reveals why dangerous fungus is so difficult to treat

Scientists discovered how the deadly fungus Candida auris can survive antifungal treatment – a finding that could lead to new therapies.

Dementia risk may be linked to seemingly harmless daily habit, new research suggests

A study from Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health found that older adults who napped frequently or unintentionally had a higher risk of developing dementia over the following decade.

Marijuana use rises sharply among one group of Americans, new study finds

A growing number of American parents are using cannabis, prompting questions about potential child exposure and safety, according to a new study.

Health insurance costs continue rising for American workers, new survey finds

new KFF survey found that Americans with employer-sponsored health insurance are paying more for coverage in 2026, with workers at small businesses facing the steepest increases.

Common disorder linked to 70% higher death rate, but medication may offer protection

People diagnosed with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) face a roughly 71% higher overall risk of early death compared to those without the condition, according to a new review published in JAMA Network Open.