Office of Research & Development

Study probes possible cholesterol-suicide link

Past research suggests a possible link between abnormally low cholesterol and suicide risk. A small study based on data from one VA site indicates the theory may warrant further investigation.

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Exploring compulsive sexual behavior among Vets

VA researchers have conducted the most thorough study to date on compulsive sexual behavior among Veterans. In the study of 820 recent combat Veterans, almost 14 percent of men and more than 4 percent of women acknowledged CSB-related symptoms.

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Reckless behavior and PTSD

VA researchers found that for those with PTSD, risky and harmful behaviors could lead to more trauma and, in turn, worse PTSD symptoms over time.

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Searching for the best suicide-prevention strategies

Caregiver-assisted massage for neck pain

A new VA study is teaching Veterans' informal caregivers how to give massages to ease neck pain. A four-hour training is reinforced with a workbook and DVD.

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In Brief
Intestinal fungi play role in alcoholic liver disease Childhood mistreatment linked to suicidal behavior Mantram repetition program improves insomnia \| See all VA Research News Briefs \|

In Brief

Intestinal fungi play role in alcoholic liver disease

Childhood mistreatment linked to suicidal behavior

Mantram repetition program improves insomnia

| See all VA Research News Briefs |

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Volunteering in VA Research 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 and other Americans from every walk of life... Learn more See also: Million Veteran Program (MVP), VA sponsored Clinical Trials

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Navy Veteran Pernell Baker is a patient at the Washington, DC, VA Medical Center. VA patients like him took
part in guided tour research at other VA sites to let researchers know their thoughts and feelings about the care they receive.

Volunteering in VA Research

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 and other Americans from every walk of life... Learn more

Research Topic of the Day
Alzheimer's Disease Alzheimer’s disease is one of the most common forms of dementia and is the sixth leading cause of death in the United States. VA researchers are looking at ways to delay and prevent the disease, and to support Alzheimer’s caregivers... Learn more View All Topics

Research Topic of the Day

Alzheimer's Disease

Alzheimer’s disease is one of the most common forms of dementia and is the sixth leading cause of death in the United States. VA researchers are looking at ways to delay and prevent the disease, and to support Alzheimer’s caregivers... Learn more

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Research News from Local VA Medical Centers and our Academic and Federal Research Partners
Delays for Asian-American Women After Abnormal Mammogram (06/15/2017...UCSF) VCU researchers demonstrate safety and effectiveness of fecal transplantation on brain function (06/15/2017...VCU School of Medicine) Medication That Inhibits PCSK9 Safely Reduces Cardiovascular Risk In Patients With Type 2 Diabetes (06/12/2017...American Diabetes Association) Aspirin does little or nothing for hard arteries, University of Florida researchers find (06/05/2017...University of Florida) Deployment stress impacts well-being through different mental health issues for female and male vets (06/01/2017...Boston University School of Medicine) View More