October 6, 2026: Your daily rundown of health and wellness news, in under 5 minutes.

Today's top stories:

Hiyo raises a $20M Series B led by Constellation Brands, pushing its nonalcoholic social tonics toward 13,000 retail doors
Happy Health's smart ring gets FDA clearance for cuffless, calibrationless blood pressure, adding to its sleep apnea diagnosis
Gym access is now the top lifestyle factor for Gen Z renters, with 32% willing to pay more to live near one

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