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Call for improved military policy to support breastfeeding among U.S. Armed Forces

Abstract: Human milk saves lives, reduces health care costs, and improves the health of both mother and infant. For a small investment to support breastfeeding among active-duty …

Thwarted belongingness as an explanatory link between insomnia symptoms and suicidal ideation: Findings from three samples of military service members and veterans

Abstract: Background: Although insomnia has been identified as a robust predictor of suicidal ideation and behaviors, little is known about the mechanisms by which sleep …

Trajectories of posttraumatic growth among US military veterans: a 4‐year nationally representative, prospective cohort study

 This article examines posttraumatic growth as a dynamic process with divergent trajectories. Developing interventions that target certain psychosocial factors may help trauma …

Transition and Wellbeing Research Programme

The Transition and Wellbeing Research Programme is the most comprehensive study undertaken in Australia that examines the impact of military service on the mental, physical and …

Tobacco Product Use Among Military Veterans — United States, 2010–2015

Abstract: In 2015, an estimated 18.8 million U.S. adults were military veterans (1). Although the prevalence of tobacco attributable conditions is high among veterans (2), there …

A Review of Traumatic Brain Injury in Military Veterans: Current Issues and Understanding

Abstract: The occurrence of traumatic brain injuries (TBI) is common, with military veterans being at particular risk, especially those undertaking combat roles. However, there …

Exploring cross-lagged associations between spiritual struggles and risk for suicidal behavior in a community sample of military veterans

Abstract: Background: There is consensus that struggles with religious faith and/or spirituality likely contribute to risk for suicidal behavior in military populations. However, …

MP84-09 Low Compliance to Post-Vasectomy Semen Analysis Guidelines in Veterans

Abstract: INTRODUCTION AND OBJECTIVES: Post-vasectomy semen analysis (PVSA) is required to confirm the success of vasectomy per AUA guidelines. However, patient compliance to PVSA …

Veteran‐Centred Content in Medical Education

Abstract: Veterans have unique experiences that warrant special consideration in health care. Unfortunately, training in veteran-centred care has not been a clear focus of medical …

Deaths in the UK Regular Armed Forces: Annual Summary and Trends over Time 1 January 2008 to 31 December 2017

Abstract: This annual National Statistical Notice provides summary information on deaths whilst in Service in 2017 among the UK Regular Armed Forces, and trends over the ten year …

Design and Rationale for the Veterans Affairs “Cooperative Study Program 594 Comparative Effectiveness in Gout : Allopurinol vs. Febuxostat” Trial

Abstract: Background: Gout patients do not routinely achieve optimal outcomes related in part to suboptimal administration of urate lowering therapy (ULT) including …

Natural Course of Co‐Occurring PTSD and Alcohol Use Disorder Among Recent Combat Veterans

Abstract: Posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and alcohol use disorder (AUD) commonly co-occur in veterans, yet little is known about the longitudinal course of PTSD and drinking …