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Abstract: Objectives U.S. military veterans are disproportionately affected by tobacco use. This study examines the prevalence and covariates of tobacco product use (TPU) among …
Abstract: INTRODUCTION: Projected limitations during multi-domain and large-scale combat operations suggest that mental health support from specialized personnel (e.g., …
Abstract: Objective: Prevalence of hip osteoarthritis (OA) is rarely reported in young populations (e.g., military). We will report the prevalence of hip OA in a young military …
Abstract: The ongoing Russia-Ukraine War has highlighted the profound psychological toll of asymmetrical and hybrid warfare on military personnel, underscoring the need for …
Abstract: Trauma is associated with disordered eating in many populations. Military personnel, a population with strict focus on maintaining body condition, experience traumatic …
Abstract: : Background: The Veteran Crisis Line (VCL) Lethal Means Safety (LMS) Pilot offered cable gun locks or medication take-back envelopes to veteran callers at risk of …
Abstract: INTRODUCTION: This study evaluates the psychometric properties of 3 widely used assessment tools for adults reporting patellofemoral pain (PFP): The Anterior Knee Pain …
Abstract: In 2014, 46.7 million Americans – 14 percent of the population – were living in poverty. Every day millions of Americans are forced to make tough choices based on …
Abstract: INTRODUCTION: Recruitment for human subjects' research in military service members often requires a more nuanced approach because of characteristics unique to this …
Abstract: Objective: To describe severe maternal morbidity (SMM) among veterans with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) or rheumatoid arthritis (RA) who use Department of Veterans …
Abstract: INTRODUCTION: Behavioral health conditions, such as posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), major depressive disorder, and suicidality, affect 18% of service members each …
Abstract: INTRODUCTION: Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) place a high burden on the Military Health System (MHS) and adversely impact service members' ability to perform …