Evaluating sex differences in biomarkers of chronic pain among active-duty personnel: An exploratory analysis of a pragmatic clinical trial with a SMART design

Abstract: Chronic pain affects approximately one-third of active-duty service members (ADSMs), yet effective treatment remains challenging. Salivary cortisol and urinary …

Personal health goals in homeless-experienced Veterans: Rates, patterns, and associations with health-related needs

Abstract: OBJECTIVE: To advance patient-centered care for high-need homeless-experienced patients, we identified the rates of various personal health goals, the broader domains …

Tumor suppressor genes, treatments, and survival in US Veterans with prostate cancer

Abstract: BACKGROUND: Tumor suppressor gene (TSG) alterations prognosticate inferior survival in metastatic hormone-sensitive prostate cancer (mHSPC) and may affect response to …

Veteran peer mentors in the machine learning for Veterans (MELT-VET) micro-credential: A pilot randomized controlled trial

Abstract: This pilot randomized controlled trial evaluated the efficacy of a veteran peer-mentoring intervention designed to enhance academic performance in the MachinE Learning …

Cognitive and functional trajectories among older widowed male Veterans: Findings from the Health and Retirement Study

Abstract: OBJECTIVES: Loss of a spouse increases risk for cognitive and functional decline in older age. However, literature examining bereavement effects on cognition and daily …

Neighborhood-level socioeconomic disadvantage and pancreatic cancer among Veterans

Abstract: While individual-level social determinants of health are associated with pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma (PDAC), it is currently unknown whether neighborhood-level …

Predictive accuracy of Natural Language Processing extracted 3-Step Theory of Suicide factor scores derived from Veterans' clinical progress notes

Abstract: OBJECTIVES: To compare predictive accuracy of 3-step theory of suicide (3ST) factor scores derived from natural language processing of Veterans Health Administration …

Primary care continuity and utilization patterns for Veterans with homeless experience

Abstract: IMPORTANCE: Continuity of care is a key aspect of high-quality primary care. Vulnerable populations often experience fragmented care. Some US Department of Veterans …

Advancing measurement-based care in military and Veteran mental health: An implementation science perspective

Abstract:This special edition on measurement-based care (MBC) highlights that, despite the strong evidence base, MBC has not been consistently adopted or sustained in routine …

Association between environmental exposures to perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances and military Veterans cancer determination

Abstract: This study involved evaluating whether cumulative exposure to perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) was associated with kidney cancer, bladder cancer, and …

Associations of cannabis and tobacco use with suicide attempt, suicide death, and overdose death among Veterans prescribed opioid analgesics

Abstract: INTRODUCTION: Little is known if cannabis and tobacco use are indicators of suicide-related risks. This longitudinal study examined associations between cannabis and …

Barriers to and facilitators of measurement-based care in posttraumatic stress disorder treatment: A systematic review

Abstract: Introduction: Measurement-based care (MBC) involves routine monitoring of patient-reported outcomes to inform clinical decision-making. Despite evidence demonstrating its …