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

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

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

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Drug Overdose injury poisoning Suicide

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Rocky Mountain Regional VA Medical Center, Aurora, CO

    Aurora, Colorado, 80045-7211, United States