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Opioid and high-risk prescribing among racial and ethnic minority veterans

Abstract: The purpose of this study is to compare opioid prescribing and high-risk prescribing by race and ethnicity in a national cohort of U.S. veterans. A cross-sectional …

Where are all the veterans? A mixed methods assessment of a systematic strategy to increase veteran registration in UK primary healthcare practices

Abstract: Objectives: To identify effective initiatives to increase veteran registration in UK primary healthcare (PHC) practices. Design: A structured and systematic strategy was …

A postcard primer prior to mailed fecal immunochemical test among Veterans: a randomized controlled trial

Abstract: Background: Mailed fecal immunochemical testing (FIT) programs are increasingly utilized for population-based colorectal cancer (CRC) screening. Advanced notifications …

Coordinated-Transitional Care (C-TraC) for Veterans from subacute rehabilitation to home

Abstract: Objectives: To adapt a successful acute care transitional model to meet the needs of veterans transitioning from post-acute care to home. Design: Quality improvement …

Diabetes-related outcomes with basal-bolus vs. premixed insulin among veterans with type 2 diabetes: A single institutional retrospective study

Abstract: The purpose of this study was to compare diabetes (DM)-related outcomes between basal-bolus (BB) and premixed (PM) insulin regimens. Retrospective chart review including …

Factors associated with military sexual trauma (MST) disclosure during VA screening among women Veterans

Abstract: Background: Capturing military sexual trauma (MST) exposure is critical for Veterans’ health equity. For many, it improves access to VA services and allows for …

National review of acute pain service utilization, models of care, and clinical practices within the Veterans Health Administration

Abstract: INTRODUCTION: The Veterans Health Administration (VHA) is the largest healthcare network in the USA and has been a national leader in opioid safety for acute pain …

Individual and Military Factors That Modify the Association Between Recent Sexual Trauma and Health Outcomes Among U.S. Service Members and Veterans

Abstract: Sexual trauma (ST), which includes both sexual harassment and sexual assault, is associated with a variety of adverse mental and physical health outcomes in military and …

Neurological rehabilitation following heat illness in the UK Armed Forces

Abstract: Heat illness remains a significant threat to health in the UK Armed Forces despite recent improvements in the prevention of cases. A small number of heat illness …

Musculoskeletal injury concealment in the reserve officers' training corps: A survey of cadets' reporting behaviors

Abstract: BACKGROUND: Among service members, musculoskeletal injuries threaten military readiness and place a substantial burden on medical and financial resources. Emerging …

The effect of concussion mechanism of injury on sleep problems in active duty service members following deployment

Abstract: INTRODUCTION: Sleep disruption is pervasive in the military and is generally exacerbated during deployment, partially due to increases in operational tempo and exposure …

An Update on the Healthy Soldier Effect in U.S. Veterans

Abstract: The healthy soldier effect (HSE) describes a phenomenon of enduring health and lower mortality among veterans due in part to initial screening procedures and health care …