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Opioid prescriptions for low back pain among military-connected older adults across multiple care systems

Abstract: Background: Untreated low back pain (LBP) in older adults can lead to disability and development of chronicity. Due to the potential development of medical comorbidities …

Reducing medical cannabis use risk among Veterans: A descriptive study

Abstract: Background: Canadian Veterans experiencing chronic pain report concerns about accessing accurate information on the risks associated with medical cannabis (MC) use. The …

Reducing medical cannabis use risk among Veterans: A descriptive study

Abstract: Background: Canadian Veterans experiencing chronic pain report concerns about accessing accurate information on the risks associated with medical cannabis (MC) use. The …

Chiropractic management of acute low back pain in a U.S. Veteran with unilateral transtibial amputation: A case report

Abstract: Objective: The purpose of this case report is to describe chiropractic management of acute low back pain for a patient with a unilateral transtibial amputation. Clinical …

Developing infrastructure to realize the value of patient-generated health data in a large integrated health care system: The Veterans Health Administration experience

Abstract: Patient-generated health data (PGHD) encompass health-related information created, recorded, and gathered by patients in their daily lives, and are distinct from data …

Improving skin screening capabilities for Veterans with spinal cord injuries

Abstract: CONTEXT: Clinical Practice Guidelines from the Consortium for Spinal Cord Injury (SCI) Medicine recommend daily self-screening of at-risk skin surfaces, but many Veterans …

Pneumococcal and herpes zoster vaccination rates among U.S. Veterans with chronic inflammatory disease on biologic medications: A quality improvement project

Abstract: INTRODUCTION: Patients with chronic inflammatory diseases are often treated with pharmacologic therapies that target the immune system and have an increased risk of …

Sexual networks and behavioral characteristics of HIV-positive male military members, female sex workers, and male civilians

Abstract: Military members and female sex workers (FSWs) may be more likely to acquire or transmit HIV. Mapping HIV transmission across these high-risk populations and identifying …

Best practice recommendations for endometrial intraepithelial neoplasia/atypical endometrial hyperplasia in the military health system

Abstract: Endometrial cancer is the most prevalent gynecologic cancer in the United States and has rising incidence and mortality. Endometrial intraepithelial neoplasia or atypical …

Enhancing representation of special populations: An approach to the inclusion of women Veterans in Veterans Health Administration clinical trials

Abstract: The under-recruitment of historically marginalized populations into clinical trials thwarts equitable inclusion of individuals who could benefit from healthcare …

Leveraging a clinical dashboard and process mappings to improve treatment access and outcomes for women Veterans with urinary incontinence

Abstract: In support of the Improving Primary Care Understanding of Resources and Screening for Urinary Incontinence to Enhance Treatment initiative with the Veterans Health …

Posttraumatic stress disorder and weight loss in male and female active-duty service members: A weight management study

Abstract: BACKGROUND: Overweight and obesity are critical public health concerns with relevance to U.S. military personnel, as active duty service members must meet physical …