New program aims to keep veterans safe by securing guns and meds
NCT ID NCT06216327
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026
Summary
This study tested a household safety intervention for veterans with elevated suicide risk. The program involved discussions about safely storing firearms and medications, plus providing free safety devices. Researchers enrolled 40 veterans from VA healthcare settings to see if the approach was feasible and well-received.
What this could mean
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Active substance
household safety intervention (behavioral)
What this could lead to
If successful, this could provide a practical, respectful way to help veterans at risk for suicide by reducing access to lethal means.
What could go wrong
This is a small pilot study with only 40 participants, so results may not apply broadly. The intervention's effectiveness in preventing actual suicides is not yet proven.
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Conditions
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Locations
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Rocky Mountain Regional VA Medical Center, Aurora, CO
Aurora, Colorado, 80045-7211, United States