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*Research Advisory Committee on Gulf War Veterans’ Illnesses

Research Advisory Committee Gulf War Veterans' Illnesses,

Purpose

To provide advice to the Secretary of Veterans Affairs on proposed research studies, plans, and strategies related to understanding and treating the health consequences of military service in the Southwest Asia theater of operations during the 1990-1991 Gulf War (Operations Desert Shield and Desert Storm).

Dr. Karen L. Block

Please visit the committee website for additional information.

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Research Advisory Committee on Gulf War Veterans’ Illnesses standing in front of the George Bush Library and Museum

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