New program aims to cut risky prescriptions for older veterans in the ER

NCT ID NCT04004936

First seen Feb 28, 2026 · Last updated May 10, 2026 · Updated 11 times

Summary

This study looked at two methods to help emergency room doctors prescribe safer medications for older veterans. The goal was to reduce the use of drugs that can be harmful for people aged 65 and older. Researchers compared giving doctors simple reports versus more active feedback, and also studied what helps or hinders putting this program into practice.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Atlanta VA Medical and Rehab Center, Decatur, GA

    Decatur, Georgia, 30033-4004, United States

  • Birmingham VA Medical Center, Birmingham, AL

    Birmingham, Alabama, 35233-1927, United States

  • Durham VA Medical Center, Durham, NC

    Durham, North Carolina, 27705-3875, United States

  • VA Salt Lake City Health Care System, Salt Lake City, UT

    Salt Lake City, Utah, 84148-0001, United States

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