• Author: Carlos A. Alvarez
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Antidepressant medication prescription and incident cardiovascular disease in women Veterans

Abstract: Objective: Antidepressants are commonly prescribed, yet understanding of consequences for cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk is less well-developed. We examined …

Temporal trends of inpatient oral penicillin challenges in a U.S. Veteran cohort with a recorded penicillin allergy

Abstract: In a U.S. veteran cohort (2014 - 2024) with a listed penicillin allergy, we studied the characteristics of 616 veterans that underwent an inpatient oral penicillin …

Posttraumatic stress disorder is associated with elevated risk of incident stroke and transient ischemic attack in women Veterans

Abstract: BACKGROUND: Posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) has been associated with ischemic heart disease in women veterans, but evidence for associations with other …

Compliance with recommended pneumococcal vaccination schedule in patients treated for rheumatoid arthritis: A retrospective cohort study in the Veterans Affairs population

Abstract: INTRODUCTION: Invasive pneumococcal disease (IPD) is a leading cause of death. Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) patients are at risk of IPD due to immunosuppressant medications. …

Association of medical tests use with care continuity in primary care service: evidence from the Department of Veterans Affairs

Abstract: Continuity of care (CoC) is an important component of health care delivery that can have cost implications and improve patient outcomes. We analysed data obtained from …