A tool developed by the VA has raised the profile of pharmacists as critical members of patient care teams at the VA, leading to a doubling of the number of pharmacists serving as providers.
Is It Time to Abandon One-Size-Fits-All Dosing for Antibiotics?
Increased obesity among veterans and the general population might be leading to more hospitalizations for infections and greater instance of failed treatment in patients who have been hospitalized.
Better Retention and Outcomes With One Tablet Therapy for HIV Patients
Patients taking a single tablet to control HIV had better viral suppression and stayed in care at higher rates than patients who took multiple pills.
EMR Alert Helps Reduce Opioid/Benzodiazepine Co-Prescribing Risk at VAMCs
Since the launch of the Opioid Safety Initiative in 2012, the VA has implemented a number of steps designed to reduce the use of opioids and the risk of addiction and overdose among veterans.