Research

VA’s Million Veteran Program is one of the world’s largest genetics research programs, innovating health care for Veterans. Genetic counselor Morgan Danowski shares her story as part of the program.

VA’s Million Veteran Program is one of the world’s largest genetics research programs designed to better prevent and treat disease in Veterans. Army Veteran Sedra Graves shares her story for enrolling.

Desert Shield and Desert Storm Veterans who want to comment on their health concerns or ask about Gulf War Research can do so through the Research Advisory Committee on Gulf War Veterans’ Illnesses.

When you work at VA, you’re part of a culture of innovation that concentrates on making a difference in the lives of all Veterans.

Research plays a critical role in the treatment of Veterans. The VA Center for the Prevention and Treatment of Visual Loss is part of that role.

During his deployment, Doug Lanphier suffered a traumatic brain injury from a scud missile fragment while on an air base and lost consciousness.

During Mental Health Month, we celebrate the many groundbreaking research and discoveries conducted by VA’s mental health professionals.

In this episode you are introduced to the hosts of the Vets First Podcast, Levi Sowers and Brandon Rea. They discuss the podcast and goals surrounding it.

A VA pilot study yielded promising results on a device to detect early diabetic retinopathy and a drug to potentially reverse the symptoms.

A survey of more than 400 Veteran users of upper-limb prostheses found little difference in satisfaction based on device type. Overall rankings fell just shy of "satisfied."

In 2015, VA launched the Technology-based Eye Care Services program. It now serves 22 sites, and researchers are helping to ensure optimal effectiveness.

Hear the latest on treating prostate cancer. Check out a Feb. 24 lecture, online or in person at VA headquarters, on precision oncology for Veterans.