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From VA Research Currents

In search of Alzheimer's

VA-led research has found that a form of brain imaging—the amyloid PET scan—is important for ruling out Alzheimer's disease, one of the most common forms of dementia.

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Testosterone therapy

A study finds that an increase in the male hormone testosterone helps to improve body composition, even in men with testosterone levels near the lower end of normal.

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Artificial Intelligence

VA's National Artificial Intelligence Institute leads the way in safeguarding Veterans' health care data and privacy.

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Blast Injury of the Brain

To better care for people with TBI, a joint VA/DOD effort created a new ICD-10 code for primary blast injury of the brain.

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News Briefs
Bacteria transplantation could treat alcohol use disorder Clinician views on medication reconciliation More intensive chronic pain treatment may be needed for Black Veterans with mental health disorders \| See all VA Research News Briefs \|

News Briefs

Bacteria transplantation could treat alcohol use disorder

Clinician views on medication reconciliation

More intensive chronic pain treatment may be needed for Black Veterans with mental health disorders

| See all VA Research News Briefs |

Research Topic of the Day
Depression Major depression is currently the leading cause of disability in the United States, and is projected to be the leading cause of disability worldwide by 2020... Learn more View All Topics

Research Topic of the Day

Depression
Major depression is currently the leading cause of disability in the United States, and is projected to be the leading cause of disability worldwide by 2020... Learn more

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A VA study has examined why many Veterans with PTSD are hesitant to start psychotherapy.

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) ranks as one of the nation's leaders in health research. Thousands of studies are conducted at VA medical centers, outpatient clinics, and nursing homes each year. This research has significantly contributed to advancements in health care for Veterans... Learn more