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Characterization of service members and Veterans with mild traumatic brain injury participating in the Department of Veterans Affairs intensive evaluation and treatment programs

Abstract: INTRODUCTION: Over 514,000 active duty Service Members (SMs) have sustained traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) since 2000, with mild TBI (mTBI) emerging as the signature …

Cigarette smoking prevalence, nicotine dependence, and quit ratios among U.S. adult females by residence and military-veteran status: 2002–2023

Abstract: Objective: Examine nationally representative U.S. data to determine trends in cigarette smoking, nicotine dependence, and quit ratios among females by rurality and …

Comparing traumatic brain injury diagnoses, intensive care utilization, length of stay, and costs between Department of Defense and Veterans Affairs hospitals: A long-term impact of military-relevant brain injury consortium study

Abstract: INTRODUCTION: The paucity of health economics studies on traumatic brain injury (TBI) was highlighted in a recent report from the National Academies of Sciences, …

Effect of deployed cardiothoracic surgeons on clinical outcomes in U.S. service members with thoracic trauma in Operation Iraqi Freedom

Abstract: BACKGROUND: Conflicts related to Operation Iraqi Freedom (OIF) led to nearly 32,000 wounded U.S. service members, with thoracic injuries seen in 8.6% of casualties. Our …

Explosive ordnance disposal service members with traumatic brain injury demonstrate enhanced music skill acquisition in music therapy: Case series

Abstract: Traumatic brain injury (TBI) is a leading concern in the military health system, affecting rehabilitation and quality of life of military-connected populations. …

Hearing loss, health outcomes, and health behavior differences between active duty service members and recently separated Veterans

Abstract: INTRODUCTION: The health disparities and health-related behaviors between Active Duty Service Members (ADSM) and Veterans are poorly understood. Our study aims to compare …

Home-based primary care in the Department of Veterans Affairs: Past, present, and future

Abstract: Launched in 1970, the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Home‐Based Primary Care (HBPC) Program is a unique, well‐resourced model that has influenced the development …

Impact and care gaps of headache disorders in active-duty military personnel: A cross-sectional study from a European armed forces population

Abstract: Aim: Primary headache disorders such as migraine and tension-type headache are highly prevalent in military populations and may severely impact operational performance …

Knee torque and gait performance in Veteran amputees: Biomechanical insights into intact limb injury risk

Abstract: New recovery pathways to improve and sustain strength and functional outcomes in the veteran amputee population are required to reduce the onset of comorbidities with …

Management trends of urethral stricture disease: A two-decade (2000-2024) comparison between Veteran and civilian populations

Abstract: Objective: To evaluate trends in the prevalence of urethral stricture disease (USD) and treatment approaches within the veteran and civilian populations over the past two …

Musculoskeletal injury risk and military separation following serious injury and recovery in the Warrior Care and Transition Program

Abstract: INTRODUCTION: Military service members are at increased risk of musculoskeletal injury (MSKI), which is associated with service member non-ready status and military …

Perceptions of the Military Health System: Differences in sexual and reproductive health burden among males and females

Abstract: INTRODUCTION: Access to timely and convenient sexual and reproductive health (SRH) care is essential to force readiness and depends in part on service member's comfort …