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Assessing Veteran perceptions of trauma-informed care in a U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs skilled nursing setting

Abstract: Older veterans have an increased risk of lifetime trauma exposure compared to older civilians. Though few individuals develop posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), they …

Cardiac rehabilitation among Veterans: A narrative review

Abstract: Purpose: Cardiac rehabilitation (CR) is a valuable secondary preventive intervention for Veterans given their increased risk of cardiovascular disease. Adults cared for …

Housing status and cancer screening in US Veterans

Abstract: BACKGROUND: Cancer is a leading cause of death in people experiencing homelessness, who are more commonly diagnosed with late-stage disease and have poorer survival after …

Comparing Veteran and nonveteran epigenetic aging in a representative sample of United States adults

Abstract:Introduction: Military service can significantly impact human health, with research showing that veterans experience higher mortality rates than the general population. …

Experiences of abortion in the UK Armed Forces: A cross-sectional survey

Abstract: BACKGROUND: Abortion is a common pregnancy outcome; in the UK one in three women will have an abortion by age 45 years. Despite women making up 11.7% of the UK Armed …

Perspectives on an integrated acceptance and commitment therapy and mindfulness meditation program: A qualitative study of Veterans with chronic pain

Abstract: To maximize the delivery and efficacy of acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), there is a need to better understand the lived experiences of individuals undergoing …

Representation in clinical trials sponsored by the United States Department of Veterans Affairs

Abstract: BACKGROUND: This study was conducted to determine whether demographic representation among U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA)-sponsored trials differs from trials …

Antihypertensive drug use and COVID-19 disease severity in hospitalized US Veterans: A retrospective cohort study

Abstract: This research investigated associations between hypertensive patients with COVID-19 who did and did not use specific antihypertensive medications and had incurred …

Australian Veteran sexual health: '…you are the first person I've spoken to about it.'

Abstract: Background: Sexual health and functioning outcomes have been shown to be poor among veterans due to factors associated with military service, as well as barriers to …

Neonatal intensive care outcomes in the Military Health System: Comparison of military and civilian hospital births

Abstract: INTRODUCTION: Military Health System (MHS)-insured newborns receive care in military and civilian hospitals. Differences in delivery location and corresponding payment …

Noise-induced hearing loss in Turkish special forces personnel

Abstract: Noise-induced hearing loss is a significant occupational hazard for police personnel. Intense noise from training and military activities can permanently damage the inner …

Promoting adherence to a yoga intervention for Veterans with chronic low back pain

Abstract: Background: Research demonstrates that yoga can be effective for improving chronic low back pain (cLBP) among military veterans and non-veterans. Attendance of yoga …