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From VA Research Currents

Dementia and race

In the largest-ever genetic study of dementia in people of African ancestry, VA researchers identified several genetic risks different from those seen in people of European ancestry.

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TBI carries risk for heart disease

Post-9/11 Veterans with TBI have a greater risk for cardiovascular disease than peers, found a VA/DOD study.

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COVID-19

NIAID has provided more than 27,000 doses of the antiviral drug remdesivir to VA after a collaborative study on treatments for COVID-19.

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Alzheimer's and genetics

VA-led research has found that PTSD, TBI, and a genetic variant have strong ties to Alzheimer's disease and related dementias in Veterans.

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News Briefs
Paxlovid lowers risk of COVID post-conditions, hospitalization, death Electronic analysis identifies social determinants of health as suicide risks Heart problems linked to kidney problems \| See all VA Research News Briefs \|

News Briefs

Paxlovid lowers risk of COVID post-conditions, hospitalization, death

Electronic analysis identifies social determinants of health as suicide risks

Heart problems linked to kidney problems

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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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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... Learn more Participate in research Collaborative Aging (in Place) Research using Technology (CART) Enhancing Skeletal Adaptations - PTH and Exercise (ESkAPE) Exercise Mode and Bone Biomarkers (EBB) Million Veteran Program (MVP) Mode of Exercise Training on the Bone Response to Exercise in Older Veterans (MOVE) Telehealth Interventions: Holistic, Non-Medical Treatments for PTSD and Pain in Veterans VA Sponsored Clinical Trials

Volunteering in VA Research

Study participant Raina Groover goes over some exercises with physical therapist Susan Conroy during a clinic visit.

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