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#VAResearchNewsBrief: VA Clinical Resource Hubs doubled mental health care for rural Veterans (2020-2024). Video visits increased from 9.2% to 64.3%, improving access and diversity in underserved communities. @VAPugetSound #VAResearch research.va.gov/news_briefs/ne…

#VAResearchNewsBrief: @VAProvidence-led study finds interpersonal psychotherapy may work better than prolonged exposure for Veterans with both PTSD and depression. #VAResearch research.va.gov/news_briefs/ne…

#VAResearchNewsBrief: @VABostonHC researchers identified blood biomarkers that may be able to predict future #PTSD symptom severity and cognitive decline related to PTSD. #VAResearch research.va.gov/news_briefs/ne…

Never lost hope: A journey through illness, homelessness and healing news.va.gov/148378/never-l…

When it comes to keeping firearms secure, studies reveal that Veterans often identify financial barriers and perceptions of social support as barriers. An RMIRECC clinician collaborated with other researchers and Veterans to develop an intervention to incentivize secure storage via two monetary and one social incentive. Learn more in the publication: pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41904589/

The only way to know for sure if you have PTSD is to talk to a health care provider. Start by taking a self-screen for PTSD. After that, talk to your provider and share your results. Small steps can make a big difference. Find more information: ptsd.va.gov/understand/isi…

Learn the financial stressors that raise risk, how clinicians and health systems can use this info, and how findings differ for VA vs. non-VA healthcare users: jamanetwork.com/journals/jaman…

SRM Lecture Series presents: Biopsychosocial Conceptualizations of Suicide Risk for Midlife Women Veterans Dr. Rachel Zelkowitz, PhD August 12, 2026 @ 2:00pm ET Registration details: mirecc.va.gov/visn19/consult…

Implementation Determinants and Strategy Selection for Guideline-Recommended Cognitive Rehabilitation in the VHA Polytrauma/TBI System of Care pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/42501931/

Changes in Subjective-Objective Sleep Discrepancies Among Participants With Post-acute Moderate-to-Severe Traumatic Brain Injury Following Computerized Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/42441739/

Financial warning signs often show up in the year before a suicide. Learn the financial stressors that raise risk, how clinicians and health systems can use this info, and how findings differ for VA vs non-VA healthcare users: jamanetwork.com/journals/jaman…

Nonfatal suicidal self-directed violence among US Veterans (2022): the Assessing Social and Community Environments with National Data (ASCEND) for Veteran Suicide Prevention Study pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39694860/

Financial well-being is tied to overall health. Find financial resources for Veterans at VA FINVET: mirecc.va.gov

SRM Lecture Series presents: Biopsychosocial Conceptualizations of Suicide Risk for Midlife Women Veterans Dr. Rachel Zelkowitz, PhD August 12, 2026 @ 2:00pm ET Registration details available here soon: mirecc.va.gov/visn19/consult…

A qualitative study of digital CBT for Veteran depression: Treatment experiences and recommendations for healthcare system integration pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/42066479/

New publication in BMC Psychology Dialectical behavior therapy for justice-involved Veterans: randomized clinical trial protocol comparing treatment approaches for Veterans with criminal-legal involvement Read the publication for full details pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/42343438

#VAResearchNewsBrief: @VABronx researchers evaluated the Overwatch Project, a peer-based lethal means training for active-duty Service members. Firearms safety knowledge scores jumped from 8% to 85% post-training, showing promise for suicide prevention. #VAResearch research.va.gov/news_briefs/ne…

Optimization of miRNA Serum Extraction: Processes and Lessons Learned in Preparation for Archival Serum Extractions doi.org/10.1093/milmed…

VA FINVET helps you meet your basic needs and manage your money. Find financial resources for Veterans: mirecc.va.gov/finvet

Adventure is better together. This summer, Team RWB is teaming up with @VeteransAffairs for the Veterans Outdoor Challenge. Get outside, explore somewhere new, and log your adventures in the Team RWB app. Every mile, trail, paddle, and summit is a chance to improve your health and connect with fellow Veterans. See you outside. news.va.gov/148174/veteran…