Veterans diagnosed with cancer face a higher risk of suicide attempts — especially in the months following diagnosis — and that risk can persist for years, found a large, national study led by Oregon Health & Science University and the Veterans Health Administration.

Diagnostic interviews are widely used by mental health professionals to identify conditions such as anxiety, bipolar disorder and depression in adults, but new research led by McMaster University shows that the long considered “gold standard” may not be as consistent as previously thought.

New research published in ImmunoHorizons shows that running a high-intensity interval training (HIIT) workout triggers a more inflammatory immune response than cycling HIIT. These findings could help everyday athletes make informed decisions about their workout choices to achieve the known anti-inflammatory benefits of exercise while limiting excessive tissue damage.

As more people turn to artificial intelligence chatbots for emotional and mental health support, a new study from Drexel University suggests that most users see these tools as supplements to — not substitutes for — human therapy. Drawing on millions of Reddit posts, the study highlights both the growing appeal of AI support tools for emotional reassurance, coping and practical guidance, as well as the concerns users express about emotional dependence, misinformation and overreliance on the technology.