• Author: Dawn M. Bravata
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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 …

Quality improvement intervention to increase sleep apnea diagnostic testing after stroke and transient ischemic attack: A cluster randomized trial

Abstract: Importance: Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is common among patients with ischemic stroke and transient ischemic attack (TIA) and is associated with poor outcomes. …

Discharge disposition following acute ischemic stroke in the Veterans Health Administration: A retrospective cohort study

Abstract: BACKGROUND: The purpose of this study was to examine the discharge disposition of older adults who were hospitalized for an ischemic stroke in the Veterans Health …

Association of smoking cannabis with cardiovascular events among Veterans with coronary artery disease

Abstract: BACKGROUND: Whether cannabis is a risk factor for cardiovascular events is unknown. We examined the association between smoking cannabis and cardiovascular events in a …

Telehealth engaged music for pain outcomes: A music and imagery proof-of-concept study with Veterans

Abstract: Music therapy interventions target biopsychosocial outcomes and are a non-pharmacological option for integrated pain management. To date, most music and pain studies have …

A national study of clinical discussions about cannabis use among Veteran patients prescribed opioids

Abstract: BACKGROUND: The Veterans Health Administration tracks urine drug tests (UDTs) among patients on long-term opioid therapy (LTOT) and recommends discussing the health …

A developmental formative evaluation of a pilot participatory music program for veterans with housing insecurity

Abstract: Interventions are needed to improve well-being and promote community reintegration among Veterans with housing insecurity. The objective was to conduct a developmental …

Comparative mRNA booster effectiveness against death or hospitalization with covid-19 pneumonia across at-risk US Veteran populations

Abstract: Studies of comparative mRNA booster effectiveness among high-risk populations can inform mRNA booster-specific guidelines. The study emulated a target trial of COVID-19 …

A national population-based study of cannabis use and correlates among U.S. Veterans prescribed opioids in primary care

Abstract: Background: Cannabis is marketed as a treatment for pain. There is limited data on the prevalence of cannabis use and its correlates among Veterans prescribed opioids. …

Impact of the coronavirus disease-2019 pandemic on Veterans Health Administration sleep services

Abstract: Objectives: To understand the impact of the coronavirus disease-2019 pandemic on sleep services within the United States Department of Veterans Affairs using separate …