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Community-based physical activity promotion confers broad-spectrum benefits for military Veterans with chronic and complex conditions: Evidence from 4 years of rehabilitation consultant referrals

Abstract: Introduction: Veterans experience a high incidence of chronic and complex health conditions requiring a holistic approach to health and well-being. The Adapted Physical …

Traumatic brain injury and suicidality among military veterans: The mediating role of social integration

Abstract: Suicide is a widespread public health concern, including among military Veterans. Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) and lack of social integration have both been shown to …

Glasgow's Helping Heroes: A Vital Service - SROI Methodology Appendix

Abstract: This appendix provides additional detail on the methodological decisions taken during the evaluation of Glasgow’s Helping Heroes, specifically in relation to …

Unhealthy alcohol use and brief intervention rates among high and low complexity veterans seeking primary care services in the Veterans Health Administration

Abstract: Brief intervention (BI) is recommended for all primary care (PC) patients who screen positive for unhealthy alcohol use; however, patients with multiple chronic health …

Central nervous system-active prescriptions in older Veterans: Trends in prevalence, prescribers, and high-risk populations

Abstract: Background: Little is known about the prevalence or chronicity of prescriptions of central nervous system-active (CNS-active) medications in older Veterans. Objective: We …

Geriatric oncology needs assessment of an interdisciplinary oncology team in a collaborative Veterans affairs setting

Abstract: In the United States (US), the proportion of adults over the age of 65 years is increasing compared with other age-range cohorts. The aging population is expected to …

History of tinnitus research at the VA National Center for Rehabilitative Auditory Research (NCRAR), 1997–2021: Studies and key findings

Abstract: The Veterans Affairs (VA) Rehabilitation Research & Development (RR&D) National Center for Rehabilitative Auditory Research (NCRAR) was first funded by the RR&D Service …

Mesothelioma: exploring psychological effects on veterans and their family caregivers

Abstract: In the UK, around one in eight adults aged over 65 years is a veteran of the UK armed forces. There is little research into the experiences of veterans with mesothelioma …

Rehabilitation service needs and preferences among Veterans with tinnitus: A qualitative study

Abstract: Tinnitus is prevalent among military Veterans, yet there is a gap between the demand and the provision of services for tinnitus rehabilitation services within the …

Facilitators and Barriers to Verifying Penicillin Allergies in a Veteran Nursing Home Population

Abstract: Background: Unconfirmed penicillin allergies are common and may contribute to adverse outcomes, especially in frail older patients. Evidence-based clinical pathways for …

Gender differences in prosthesis-related outcomes among veterans: Results of a national survey of US veterans

Abstract: Background: Women with lower extremity amputations (LEAs) tend to have poorer prosthesis-related outcomes than men, although the literature is sparse. To our knowledge, …

The drinksration smartphone app for modifying alcohol use behaviors in UK military service personnel at risk of alcohol-related harm: protocol for a randomized controlled trial

Abstract: Background: Consumption of alcohol is synonymous with military populations, and studies have shown that serving personnel drink more than age- and sex-matched civilian …