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Veteran family virtual summit 2023: January 26–27, 2023

Abstract: Veteran Families have unique experiences and needs that are often unheard and unaddressed. To start a discussion about these needs, the Atlas Institute hosted the Veteran …

An examination of racial/ethnic differences on the neurobehavioral symptom inventory among Veterans completing the comprehensive Traumatic Brain Injury evaluation: a Veterans Affairs Million Veteran Program Study

Abstract: Objective: The purpose of this study was to explore racial/ethnic differences in neurobehavioral symptom reporting and symptom validity testing among military veterans …

Anterior cruciate ligament and military service: Time to rethink?

Abstract: Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) rupture is a common injury that affects young, active individuals, normally managed with reconstruction in this age group. Current UK …

Military service and health outcomes of the elderly in China

Abstract: This article investigated the effects and mechanisms of military service on health outcomes of Chinese elderly men aged 60 and older. While numerous studies explored the …

Rising trends in the predicted 10-year risk of cardiovascular diseases among Royal Thai Army personnel from 2017 to 2021

Abstract: Deaths from cardiovascular diseases (CVD) are becoming a growing threat to global health, including in Thailand. The aim of the present study was to identify the recent …

Effects of Hypnosis, Mindfulness Meditation, and Education for Chronic Pain on Substance Use in Veterans: A Supplementary Analysis of a Randomized Clinical Trial

Abstract: Purpose/Objective: To examine the impact of three behavioral interventions for chronic pain on substance use. Research Method/Design: Participants were 328 Veterans with …

Increasing cancer rehabilitation awareness and referrals in the Veterans Health Administration—a quality improvement initiative

Abstract: Objective: To expand access to comprehensive rehabilitation services among veterans with cancer by increasing cancer rehabilitation referrals in a Veterans Affairs (VA) …

Using CT scans to determine the optimal sizes of hard armour plates to protect the torso for UK female Armed Forces personnel

Abstract: Hard armour plates provide coverage to essential anatomical structures in the torso that, if injured, would likely be responsible for death before damage control surgery …

Pandemic shift: virtual self-care courses for caregivers of Veterans

Abstract: Self-care improves health and well-being, yet many caregivers neglect it. During COVID-19, self-care courses for caregivers of veterans transitioned from in-person to …

Treating Hepatitis C in Individuals With Previous Incarceration: The Veterans Health Administration, 2012–2019

Abstract: To determine whether the Veterans Health Administration's (VHA) hepatitis C (HCV) treatment campaign reached marginalized populations, we compared HCV care by previous …

Yoga versus education for veterans with chronic low back pain: a randomized controlled trial

Abstract: Background: Yoga is effective for chronic low back pain (cLBP) in civilians but understudied among Veterans. Objective: Determine whether yoga is more effectivethan an …

Trends in overall mortality among US Veterans with primary myelofibrosis

Abstract: Background: Primary myelofibrosis [PMF] is a myeloproliferative neoplasm associated with reduced overall survival (OS). Management strategies for PMF have evolved over …