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Improving access to service charities for female veterans

To date, considerations of improving access to and quality of care for veterans often emphasise male perspectives. This may not reflect the needs of female veterans, nor anticipate …

Characteristics associated with survival in surgically nonresected pancreatic adenocarcinoma in the Military Health System

Abstract: OBJECTIVES: Pancreatic cancer is often diagnosed at advanced stages with high-case fatality. Many tumors are not surgically resectable. We aimed to identify features …

Complementary and integrative medicine prevalence and utilization in international military and veteran settings and communities: a systematic review

Abstract: Introduction Active duty military personnel and veterans have unique and complex health needs, with the high demands of military life often leading to chronic physical …

HIV prevalence and HIV screening history among a Veterans Association cohort of people with opioid and alcohol use disorders

Abstract: Background: Veterans face high risk for HIV and substance use, and thus could be disproportionately impacted by the HIV and substance use disorder (SUD) "syndemic." HIV …

Validity and responsiveness of the portable warrior test of tactical agility after rehabilitation in service members with mild traumatic brain injury

Abstract: Objective: The Portable Warrior Test of Tactical Agility (POWAR-TOTAL) is a performance-based test designed to assess active-duty service members diagnosed with mild …

Modulating microbiome-immune axis in the deployment-related chronic diseases of veterans: report of an expert meeting

Abstract: The present report summarizes the United States Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) field-based meeting titled "Modulating microbiome-immune axis in the …

The effectiveness of telehealth gait retraining in addition to standard physical therapy treatment for overuse knee injuries in soldiers: a protocol for a randomized clinical trial

Abstract: Introduction: Running is the most common cardiovascular exercise in the military. However, there is a high incidence of running-related overuse injuries that reduces …

Gender differences in PTSD severity and pain outcomes: baseline Results from the LAMP trial

Abstract: Background: Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and chronic pain are highly prevalent comorbid conditions. Veterans dually burdened by PTSD and chronic pain experience …

Abnormal cervical cancer screening Results among us veteran and non-veteran Participants in the national health interview survey (NHIS)

Abstract: Female Veterans report cervical cancer risk factors at higher rates than non-Veterans. Using data from the National Health Interview Survey (NHIS), we tested whether …

The use and perceptions of the defense and veterans pain rating scale by nursing personnel

Abstract: Background: In 2010, the Office of the US Army Surgeon General recommended the Veterans Administration (VA) assess pain using the Defense and Veterans Pain Rating Scale …

Associations between psychological and respiratory distress in post-deployment veterans

Abstract: Since September 11, 2001, over 2.7 million United States service members have deployed to South-West Asia and the Middle East and have been exposed to environmental …

Demographic, social and geographic factors associated with glycaemic control among us veterans with new onset type 2 diabetes: a retrospective cohort study

Abstract: Objectives: This study evaluated whether a range of demographic, social and geographic factors had an influence on glycaemic control longitudinally after an initial …