Chris Flanagan

Washington, D.C., United States

Evening Anchor at WDCW-TV (Washington, DC)

Evening Anchor @DCNewsNow

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What’s Going Around: Sunburns increase risk for skin cancer

1 day ago | dcnewsnow.com | Chris Flanagan

WASHINGTON (DC News Now) — Sunshine may be good for the soul, but too much of it may not be good for our skin. As the weather gets nicer, a lot of us will be spending more time outside in the sunshine. That means a higher risk of skin cancer. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), skin cancer is the most common type of cancer in the United States. “There are different types of skin cancer. Let’s be clear. The most deadly is melanoma.
What’s Going Around: Biden’s prostate diagnosis should be wake up call for men to get tested

2 weeks ago | dcnewsnow.com | Chris Flanagan

WASHINGTON (DC News Now) — Former President Joe Biden’s prostate cancer diagnosis has sparked an important discussion on screenings. It is a warning for men to get tested annually for the disease. According to the American Cancer Society, about one in eight men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer during their lifetime. Prostate cancer is the second-leading cause of cancer deaths in American men, behind only lung cancer. “I hope that all men will pay attention to prostate cancer screening.
What’s Going Around: Biden’s prostate diagnosis should be wake up call for men to get tested

2 weeks ago | yahoo.com | Chris Flanagan

WASHINGTON (DC News Now) — Former President Joe Biden’s prostate cancer diagnosis has sparked an important discussion on screenings. It is a warning for men to get tested annually for the disease. According to the American Cancer Society, about one in eight men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer during their lifetime. National Donate Life Month highlights need for organ donations Prostate cancer is the second-leading cause of cancer deaths in American men, behind only lung cancer.
What’s Going Around: Tick season has arrived in the DMV

3 weeks ago | dcnewsnow.com | Chris Flanagan

WASHINGTON (DC News Now) — They’re teeny, tiny and creepy. Brace yourself, tick season is here. As the weather warms up and we spend more time outdoors, we become much more exposed to ticks, and experts say it’s important to remain vigilant. “Ticks are beginning to be prevalent, particularly ticks that transmit Lyme disease. They are more active in the late spring and early summer. So it’s increasing.
What’s Going Around | More younger people diagnosed with colorectal cancer

2 months ago | dcnewsnow.com | Chris Flanagan

WASHINGTON (DC News Now) — Colorectal cancer is rising rapidly among young adults, but doctors aren’t exactly sure why. It is the second leading cause of cancer deaths in the United States and the third worldwide. In the U.S., more than 153,000 new cases and 53,000 deaths from the disease are expected this year. Doctors say more screenings should result in fewer deaths.
What’s Going Around | More younger people diagnosed with colorectal cancer

2 months ago | yahoo.com | Chris Flanagan

WASHINGTON (DC News Now) — Colorectal cancer is rising rapidly among young adults, but doctors aren’t exactly sure why. It is the second leading cause of cancer deaths in the United States and the third worldwide. In the U.S., more than 153,000 new cases and 53,000 deaths from the disease are expected this year. Doctors say more screenings should result in fewer deaths.
What’s Going Around | Why are my ears ringing?

2 months ago | dcnewsnow.com | Chris Flanagan

WASHINGTON (DC News Now) — Ringing, buzzing and hissing in your ear — It can be a real pain in the neck. The condition, called tinnitus, can be crippling for some people. The condition affects more than 50 million Americans, according to the American Tinnitus Association. For many people living with tinnitus, it can disrupt sleep, concentration and can lead to depression and anxiety. “Tinnitus is typically a phantom sound in the ear but nobody else can hear it. It comes in different forms.
What’s Going Around | Why are my ears ringing?

2 months ago | yahoo.com | Chris Flanagan

WASHINGTON (DC News Now) — Ringing, buzzing and hissing in your ear — It can be a real pain in the neck. The condition, called tinnitus, can be crippling for some people. The condition affects more than 50 million Americans, according to the American Tinnitus Association. For many people living with tinnitus, it can disrupt sleep, concentration and can lead to depression and anxiety. “Tinnitus is typically a phantom sound in the ear but nobody else can hear it. It comes in different forms.
What’s Going Around | The dark side of Daylight Saving Time

Mar 7, 2025 | dcnewsnow.com | Chris Flanagan

WASHINGTON (DC News Now) — As we turn our clocks ahead one hour this weekend for the beginning of Daylight Saving Time, the later sunsets may be good for the soul but not so good for our health. Dr. Richard Waldhorn, a pulmonologist at MedStar Georgetown University Hospital said the time change can have a significant impact on our bodies. “If you look at the statistics, there are health consequences in that week after the shift to daylight saving.
What’s Going Around | The dark side of Daylight Saving Time

Mar 7, 2025 | yahoo.com | Chris Flanagan

WASHINGTON (DC News Now) — As we turn our clocks ahead one hour this weekend for the beginning of Daylight Saving Time, the later sunsets may be good for the soul but not so good for our health. Dr. Richard Waldhorn, a pulmonologist at MedStar Georgetown University Hospital said the time change can have a significant impact on our bodies. “If you look at the statistics, there are health consequences in that week after the shift to daylight saving.

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14 May 25

Fantastic story!Watch next on @DCNewsNow!

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Trading in pompoms for a paring knife, how a #Washington cheerleader became a @beardfoundation award-winning chef. The story of Chef Masako Morishita’s journey from #Kobe, #Japan to #DC is coming up on @DCNewsNow! https://t.co/6jRVtIdVzp

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13 May 25

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I had to break the unfortunate NBA Draft Lottery news on air to my anchors💔Wizards fans, you do NOT deserve this. @DCNewsNow @ChrisFlanaganTV @susantran https://t.co/nvTbLxqT1j

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8 May 25

We have a new Pope!

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White smoke! The 133 Cardinal electors gathered in the Vatican’s Sistine Chapel have elected the new Pope. He will appear soon at the central window of St. Peter’s Basilica. https://t.co/XejI7mY43m