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Cancer risk in Veterans enlisted in the United States military after September 11, 2001: A retrospective cohort study

Abstract: INTRODUCTION: Potential exposures to toxicants during military deployment may increase the risk of developing cancer. This study was undertaken to determine whether there …

Quality improvement intervention to increase sleep apnea diagnostic testing after stroke and transient ischemic attack: A cluster randomized trial

Abstract: Importance: Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is common among patients with ischemic stroke and transient ischemic attack (TIA) and is associated with poor outcomes. …

Substance use in military personnel: Associations with combat exposure, moral injury, posttraumatic stress disorder and pain

Abstract:Background: Prior research suggests that military personnel endorse higher rates of prescription drug misuse, cannabis, and heavy alcohol use than civilians. Factors …

Veteran to Bachelor of Science in Nursing: Maximizing medic training, transitioning to bachelor's prepared nurse, and returning to lead

Abstract: INTRODUCTION: Discharged military medics and corpsmen historically have not had well-defined avenues to use their skills within the civilian licensed healthcare sector, …

Virtual group clinics improve self-reported long COVID symptoms among Veterans: Results from a holistic care approach

Abstract:Long COVID (LC), has created unprecedented challenges for health care systems. This condition, characterized by multiorgan symptoms lasting beyond 12 weeks after initial …

10 years of impact for Armed Forces mental health

Abstract: Impact Report celebrating 10 years of FiMT's Mental Health Research Programme as it draws to a close.

A psychometric evaluation of the coping self-efficacy scale among LGBTQ plus Veterans

Abstract: Due to unique stressors faced by LGBTQ+ Veterans, it is important to understand how existing strengths, like coping self-efficacy, can be leveraged for health promotion …

Development of a patient decision aid to prevent firearm suicide among US women reserve and National Guard Veterans

Abstract: Background: Firearms are the leading method of suicide death among women Veterans, accounting for nearly half of such deaths. Interventions addressing firearm suicide …

Exploring student experiences in a transdisciplinary clinical immersion course on needs identification in Veteran and service member healthcare settings

Abstract: Background: As the number of BME clinical immersion experiences expands across university curricula, there is a growing opportunity for BME educators to share practical …

Live opera performances on Veteran recovery from homelessness and post traumatic stress: Post-discussion qualitative analysis

Abstract: There is limited research on the impact of art forms, including opera, on audience and cast engagement in understanding mental health needs and support for Veterans at …

Low-carbohydrate nutrition counseling with continuous glucose monitoring to improve metabolic health among Veterans with type 2 diabetes: Pilot quality improvement initiative study

Abstract: BACKGROUND: One in 4 Veterans who receive care through the Veterans Health Administration has type 2 diabetes (T2D). Dietary carbohydrate restriction can promote weight …

Residual PTSD and depression symptoms among Veterans receiving prolonged exposure therapy with and without topiramate

Abstract:Objective: Residual symptoms are common following posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) treatment. Despite the high prevalence of and poor outcomes associated with …