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Evaluating the Effects of Opioids and Benzodiazepines on All-Cause Mortality in Veterans
Rolling Submissions
NASEM
Description
Due to the effects of active duty and combat-related injuries, among other potential predisposing factors, the VA population has higher rates of chronic pain, traumatic brain injury, posttraumatic stress disorder, depression, substance use disorder, and accompanying mental health problems than civilians. Those often co-occurring conditions increase the risk for suicidal ideation and suicide. Veterans may be prescribed opioids (for pain) and benzodiazepines (for anxiety or insomnia). The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering...
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Eligible Applicants
- Unrestricted
Additional Eligibility Information
No specific applicant eligibility is detailed. Efforts are aimed at evaluating opioid and benzodiazepine use among veterans.
Funding Type
other
Categories of Funding Activity
- Health and Medicine
Grantor Contact Information
Public Access Records Office contact for inquiries related to the project.
Grantor Email
vaopioids@nas.edu
Other Grantor Information
The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine are private, nonprofit institutions that provide independent, objective advice to inform policy with evidence, spark progress and innovation, and confront challenging issues for the benefit of society. They are comprised of three academies: the National Academy of Sciences, the National Academy of Engineering, and the National Academy of Medicine. The organization convenes hundreds of conferences, workshops, and symposia annually, bringing together leading experts from academia, public, and private sectors. Their work focuses on providing high-quality, evidence-based consensus on complex scientific, engineering, and health-related challenges. They produce peer-reviewed reports, publish scientific journals, and serve as a trusted source of expert advice for policymaking. The National Academies mobilize approximately 6,000 top experts each year who volunteer their time and knowledge to conduct policy studies, workshops, and other activities aimed at addressing critical issues facing the nation and world.
Additional Information
The committee will analyze opioid prescribing among veterans and its impact on mortality, including the risk of suicide, focusing on care provided by the VA. Additional URLs: undefined
Supporting Link
https://www.nationalacademies.org/our-work/evaluating-the-effects-of-opioids-and-benzodiazepines-on-all-cause-mortality-in-veterans
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