Mental Health

November 12, 2026

Physician identified as suspect in deadly DC shooting

One person was killed, and 4 others were injured in a shooting near Logan Circle in Washington, DC. The suspected gunman later died from an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound.

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November 12, 2026

Poor sleep may link extreme heat to suicide risk

Each additional day reaching 35°C or higher was associated with an approximately 1-point increase in suicide risk scores.

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November 12, 2026

Medical Oddities: A broken heart courtesy of the flu

A little heartbreak, a dash of matcha, strange dreams, and one very hairy experiment are on the docket this week.

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November 10, 2026

Sports betting laws tied to anxiety care use

Researchers found higher antidepressant and antianxiety prescription use and more outpatient visits for depression and anxiety following legalization, with more robust associations among men.

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November 06, 2026

The hidden safety risks of permanent DST

A modeling study projects 2.14 billion additional pre-sunrise commutes annually and find greater odds of pedestrian involvement in fatal morning crashes.

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