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Variation in long-term postoperative mortality risk by race/ethnicity after major non-cardiac surgeries in the Veterans Health Administration

Abstract: BACKGROUND: Few large sample studies have examined whether disparities, as measured by the proxy of race/ethnicity, are observed in long-term mortality after high-risk …

Abortion access for U.S. active-duty servicewomen: A scoping review

Abstract: Objectives: U.S. active-duty servicewomen experience barriers to abortion care that civilian women do not experience due to military regulations and federal law. To our …

An interdisciplinary approach to care of Veterans with vision impairment

Abstract: This report describes the impact of vision impairment (VI) among veterans and how nurse practitioners (NPs) can assist patients with VI using an interdisciplinary …

Differences in musculoskeletal injury and disability rates in U.S. Navy sailors aboard aircraft carrier and amphibious assault ships

Abstract: INTRODUCTION: Musculoskeletal injuries (MSKI) are the most common clinical condition in the military that affect medical readiness. Evaluation of MSKI burden and the …

Germline testing for Veterans with advanced prostate cancer: Concerns about service-connected benefits

Abstract: To better understand veterans’ decisions about germline testing, we conducted a single-site, qualitative study of 32 veterans with advanced prostate cancer. Seven days …

Homelessness and risk of end-stage kidney disease and death in Veterans with chronic kidney disease

Abstract: Importance: Adults experiencing homelessness in the US face numerous challenges, including the management of chronic kidney disease (CKD). The extent of a potentially …

Modernizing surgical quality: A novel approach to improving detection of surgical site infections in the Veteran population

Abstract: Introduction: Surgical site infections (SSIs) are an important quality measure. Identifying SSIs often relies upon a time-intensive manual review of a sample of common …

Neuroinflammation and brain health risks in Veterans exposed to burn pit toxins

Abstract: Military burn pits, used for waste disposal in combat zones, involve the open-air burning of waste materials, including plastics, metals, chemicals, and medical waste. …

The role of nutrition in mild traumatic brain injury rehabilitation for service members and Veterans

Abstract: Background: Veterans Affairs and the Department of Defense (DOD) acknowledge that nutrition may be a modifier of mild traumatic brain injury (TBI) sequelae. Military …

Trends in racial and ethnic disparities in early glycemic control among Veterans receiving care in the Veterans Health Administration, 2008-2019

Abstract: Objective: Racial and ethnic disparities in glycemic control among non-Hispanic Black (NHB) and non-Hispanic White (NHW) veterans with type 2 diabetes (T2D) have been …

Human papillomavirus vaccination rates in military females: The need for a multi-level and evidence-based approach

Abstract: To mitigate the impact of personal and structural barriers hindering HPV vaccination in military women, multiple research studies have advocated for adding the HPV …

Scoping review of the role of social support in women Veterans' psychosocial and health outcomes

Abstract: Women veterans are a steadily growing population and have unique military experiences (e.g., report high rates of sexual harassment and assault) that are impactful across …