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Time to gender-affirming hormone therapy among US military-affiliated adolescents and young adults

Abstract: Importance: Use of exogenous sex steroid hormones, when indicated, may improve outcomes in adolescents and young adults with gender incongruence. Little is known about …

Understanding how traumatic brain injury-related changes in fluid biomarkers affect quality of life outcomes in Veterans: A prospective observational trial protocol (UNTANGLE)

Abstract: Introduction: Traumatic brain injury (TBI) is a major cause of disability, with annual global incidence estimated as 69 million people. Survivors can experience …

An observational cohort study of alcohol use and cognitive difficulties among post-9/11 Veterans with and without TBI and PTSD

Abstract: Background: Traumatic brain injury (TBI), posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and alcohol use are highly prevalent among military Veterans and independently associated …

Efficacy of computerized vs. traditional cognitive interventions for the treatment of chronic mTBI symptoms among service members

Abstract: Introduction: Military service members (SMs) with mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI or concussion) frequently report cognitive and behavioral difficulties. Currently, …

Musculoskeletal complaints among active duty service members seeking treatment at a Navy military treatment facility

Abstract: Introduction: Musculoskeletal injuries (MSIs) pose a significant problem for active duty service members (ADSMs). MSIs may compromise readiness and are one of the main …

UK female Veterans' physical health: Perceived impact of military service and experiences of accessing healthcare. Findings of a qualitative study

Abstract: INTRODUCTION: Women make up almost 14% of the UK's veteran population; however, little is known about female veterans' physical health and experiences of accessing …

Association between metabolic syndrome and white matter integrity in young and mid-age post-9/11 adult Veterans

Abstract: Metabolic syndrome has been associated with reduced brain white matter integrity in older individuals. However, less is known about how metabolic syndrome might impact …

Vaccines lowered risk of long COVID in US Veterans, but not completely

Abstract: While the incidence of persistent and recurring symptoms of SARS-CoV-2, also known as post–COVID-19 condition or long COVID, decreased over the course of the COVID-19 …

Development and evaluation of the maintenance office duty test: An alternate form of the charge of quarters duty test for assessing executive function after mild traumatic brain injury to inform duty-readiness after concussion

Abstract: Introduction: After mild traumatic brain injury, service members may experience difficulty with executive functions, which could interfere with return to duty and life …

Examining the utility of Veterans Health Administration (VHA) traumatic brain injury screening among women Veterans: Recommendations for expansion to include interpersonal violence

Abstract: Women veterans (WVs) are more likely than men veterans to experience traumatic brain injury (TBI) from causes unrelated to deployment. Yet, current Veterans Health …

Exposures and bladder cancer risk among military Veterans: A systematic review and meta-analysis

Abstract: Objective: To investigate potential carcinogenic exposures in military personnel that are implicated in the development of bladder cancer. Methods: This systematic review …

Factors associated with participation in a walking intervention for Veterans who smoke and have chronic pain

Abstract: This analysis was part of the Pain and Smoking Study (PASS), a randomized trial of a cognitive behavioral intervention (CBI) for Veterans with chronic pain who smoke. The …