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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
Veterans with Parkinson’s at higher risk of suicide Veteran video-based health care use differs by type, demographics Longer drive time linked to lower receipt of recommended health care \| See all VA Research News Briefs \|

News Briefs

Veterans with Parkinson’s at higher risk of suicide

Veteran video-based health care use differs by type, demographics

Longer drive time linked to lower receipt of recommended health care

| See all VA Research News Briefs |

Research Topic of the Day
Infectious Diseases Infectious diseases are caused by organisms such as bacteria, viruses, fungi, or parasites. While many of these organisms live in and on humans, and are normally harmless or even helpful, some can cause disease under certain conditions... Learn more View All Topics

Research Topic of the Day

Infectious Diseases
Infectious diseases are caused by organisms such as bacteria, viruses, fungi, or parasites. While many of these organisms live in and on humans, and are normally harmless or even helpful, some can cause disease under certain conditions... Learn more

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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 Million Veteran Program (MVP) VA Office of R&D Clinical Trials Novel Interventions for Gulf War Illness Collaborative Aging (in Place) Research using Technology (CART)

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