Gulf War Illness Research Group

12/19/2025

We are delighted to share the news that Canada has now officially recognized GWI as a medical disorder due to the new ICD-10 code in the US that Dr. Sullivan and a small working group of clinicians, researchers and veteran advocates worked to get approved this year!

https://www.ctvnews.ca/politics/article/canada-formally-recognizes-gulf-war-illness-after-years-of-lobbying-by-veterans/?fbclid=IwY2xjawOyY3tleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEeT1iBrLMSwDfrGSfj6cDPqIkxjygf9hEYnsm_DAg9obocdKysMpBVw0P22SA_aem_8fH9EenvnlvBjO2nymIdfg

The government of Canada says it has formally recognized Gulf War Illness as an official diagnosis, making those who suffer from the condition eligible for disability benefits – something veterans have been requesting for years.

12/19/2025

As 2025 comes to an end, we wanted to say thank you to all of our amazing participants, advocates, and all of you that support our research. Here is a copy of our Winter 2025 Newsletter and links to some of the resources! Thank you again and Happy Holidays!

BUSPH ICD-10 Code Article:
https://www.bu.edu/sph/news/articles/2025/new-diagnostic-code-for-gulf-war-illness-marks-major-step-forward-for-veteran-care-and-research/

Continuing Medical Education Course for Providers:
https://ucsd.cloud-cme.com/course/courseoverview?P=0&EID=15332

War Related Illness and Injury Study Center:
https://www.warrelatedillness.va.gov/

91 Outcomes:
http://www.91outcomes.com/

Veterans for Common Sense: Veterans For Common Sense
https://veteransforcommonsense.org/

Veterans Voice Network: Veterans Voice Network
https://veteransvoicenetwork.org/

11/20/2025

Dr. Sullivan presented our recent GWI biomarker and brain imaging results last week in Australia at the Griffith University Research Innovation and Discovery (RID) conference led by Dr. Sonya Marshall-Gradisnik. Dr. Sullivan was also honored to meet with Australian GW veterans who attended the meeting.

11/11/2025

We honor our Veteran's today and everyday for their service. Special thank you to our participants for your continued dedication and support in our research! This important work cannot be done without your contributions.

11/03/2025

The GWI ICD-10 Code Consortium Members, led by Dr. Beatrice Golomb, are happy to share a new online, free Continuing Medical Education (CME) training module for primary care providers and other health providers of GW veterans at the link below. For veterans, this training can be shared with your care providers.

UC San Diego Continuing Professional Development, Gulf War Illness: What Every Clinician Needs to Know, 9/28/2025 6:30:00 AM - 9/30/2028 6:30:00 PM, This activity equips medical providers and administrators with the knowledge to deliver better care for veterans with Gulf War illness (GWI). You’ll ...

09/12/2025

Gulf War Illness is now officially recognized and validated with its own ICD diagnostic code, which is the medical system doctors use worldwide to recognize and record illnesses. This is a big step forward for veteran care and research efforts, with more progress to come.

Kimberly Sullivan, along with a group of clinical researchers and veterans, advocated for this official recognition, which will support better diagnosis, treatment and understanding of Gulf War illness.

08/21/2025

We are still looking for some Gulf War veterans without Gulf War Illness to participate in our paid brain imaging study. If interested, you can contact us at 617-358-1717 or bbrain@bu.edu.
You can also visit the link below:
https://rally.massgeneralbrigham.org/study/neuroinflammation_in_gwi

We are looking for Gulf War veterans without Gulf War Illness to participate in our paid brain imaging study. If you are interested in participating, please visit the webpage linked below or contact us at 617-358-1717.

https://rally.massgeneralbrigham.org/study/neuroinflammation_in_gwi

06/03/2025

Our team had a great time at this year’s Science Symposium hosted by the Massachusetts Neuropsychological Society! We are grateful for this opportunity and are excited to continue sharing more findings from our ongoing research.

05/26/2025

Take a moment this to honor and recognize the brave soldiers who gave their lives defending our country. Today and everyday we're grateful for the sacrifices made fighting for our freedom. Wishing everyone a meaningful memorial day!

05/21/2025

Project New Hope has some fantastic events coming up—see the details below.

Men’s Veteran Healing Retreat
August 7–11, 2025 at Genesis Spiritual Life & Conference Center in Westfield, MA

Then:
First Responders Healing Retreat
November 6–11, 2025 at Genesis Spiritual Life & Conference Center

05/19/2025

We had such a great time this weekend in Southbridge, MA at the Women Veterans Network Conference! Thanks to everyone who came by to say hello and learn about our research, including one of our wonderful Veteran advocates, Christine Tron. A big thank you to Massachusetts Women Veterans for having us and for all the wonderful work you do!

04/07/2025

We are looking for Gulf War veterans to participate in a paid national study run in collaboration with our colleagues at Gulf War Illness Clinical Trials and Interventions Center. If you are interested in participating, you can contact us at 617-358-1717 or bbrain@bu.edu.
For more information, you can also visit:
https://www.nova.edu/nim/research-studies/gulf-war-illness.html