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For Veterans with PTSD, substance abuse increases mortality risk Posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) has been linked to an increased risk of death in those who have developed the condition. A new VA study has found that Veterans with PTSD who also have problems with drugs or alcohol abuse face an even higher risk of death, providing important information for VA and other physicians who treat patients with both issues. «Read the full article» Other Features When patients don't follow their doctors' advice: Researchers analyze factors underlying non-adherence Study confirms that depression can shorten life Researchers aim to promote Veterans’ use of MyHealtheVet Lab studies yield mixed results on alpha-lipoic acid, a potential memory booster More...

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For Veterans with PTSD, substance abuse increases mortality risk

Posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) has been linked to an increased risk of death in those who have developed the condition. A new VA study has found that Veterans with PTSD who also have problems with drugs or alcohol abuse face an even higher risk of death, providing important information for VA and other physicians who treat patients with both issues.

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May 19, 2013 - Society for Clinical Trials Annual Meeting
MAY 19-22, 2013
Boston, MA ...
Jun 3, 2013 - Training Institute for Dissemination and Implementation Research in Health
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Jun 23, 2013 - Annual Research Meeting (ARM)
June 23-25, 2013
Baltimore Convention Center
Baltimore, MD...
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San Antonio, TX...
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