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Are virtual complementary and integrative therapies as effective as in-person therapies? Examining patient-reported outcomes among Veterans with chronic musculoskeletal pain

Abstract: Background: Virtual complementary and integrative health (CIH) therapy availability increased during the COVID-19 pandemic, but little is known about effectiveness. We …

Vision loss in an infantryman with complex hearing loss: Case report and review of Susac syndrome

Abstract: Susac syndrome can resemble various disorders resulting in a delayed or missed diagnosis and subsequent delays in treatment. Here, we present how successful consideration …

An exploration of the increasing prevalence of chronic pain among Canadian Veterans: Life After Service Studies 2016 and 2019

Abstract: Background: The Life After Service Study (LASS) suggests that the absolute prevalence of chronic pain among Canadian veterans, defined as pain lasting 3 months or longer, …

Efficacy of Army combat fitness test 12-week exercise program among females

Abstract: INTRODUCTION: The dearth of research investigating the efficacy of virtual Army Combat Fitness Test (ACFT) training programs among female populations necessitates further …

Feasibility and acceptability of post-hospitalization discharge calls to caregivers of Veterans with dementia: A quality improvement project

Abstract: Informal caregivers hold an important role in ensuring a smooth transition from hospital to home for persons with dementia. In this quality improvement project we …

The role of social support in bridging the digital divide for older Veterans

Abstract: BACKGROUND: For nearly a decade, the US Veterans Health Administration (VA) has distributed tablets to Veterans with access barriers who may benefit from video telehealth …

Cardiovascular disease, bone fracture, and all-cause mortality risks among postmenopausal women by arthritis and Veteran status: A multistate Markov transition analysis

Abstract: Arthritis, a chronic inflammatory condition linked to cardiovascular disease (CVD) and bone fracture, is more frequent among military veterans and postmenopausal women. …

Describing adverse pregnancy events and pregnancy-associated death among Veterans

Abstract: Background: Veterans who use VA pregnancy benefits may be at high risk for adverse pregnancy outcomes; however, little is known about rates of adverse pregnancy events or …

Developing an intervention to enhance aging in place for older Veterans living in permanent supportive housing

Abstract: BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES: The Housing and Urban Development-Veterans Affairs Supported Housing (HUD-VASH) program provides rental subsidies, case management, and …

Microbiology of diabetic foot infections in U.S. Veterans

Abstract: This study examined the prevalence of various microbes isolated from diabetes-related foot infections (DFIs) within the U.S. veteran population. A total of 68 different …

Screening high-risk Veterans for cirrhosis: Taking a stepwise population health approach

Abstract: Background: Because cirrhosis is often unrecognized, we aimed to develop a stepwise screening algorithm for cirrhosis in the Veterans Health Administration (VHA) and …

Perspectives and experiences regarding pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) in a community sample of Veterans with unhealthy alcohol use: Overall and across sexual orientation and gender identity

Abstract: Background: Unhealthy alcohol use is an independent, modifiable risk factor for HIV, but limited research addresses alcohol use and HIV prevention synergistically. Groups …