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Connecting unstably housed Veterans living in rural areas to health care: perspectives from health care navigators

Abstract: Objective: To understand existing care practices and policies, and potential enhancements, to improve the effectiveness of the US Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) …

Feasibility and Acceptability of Caring Contacts Texts for Suicide Prevention Among Veterans Recently Separated from Military Service

Abstract: The primary purpose of this single-arm mixed-methods pilot trial was to examine the feasibility, acceptability, and preliminary effects of a text message-based version of …

Fostering Alignment and the Catalytic Potential of Community-Engaged Research With US Military Veterans and Advocates

Abstract: This paper explores the concept of "community-engaged research" (CEnR) within the context of Veteran health care delivery and reintegration programs. A multi-sector …

The case for screening for diabetes distress, depression, and anxiety

Abstract: Our goal was to determine the prevalence of anxiety and depression in a sample of U.S. military veterans with type 2 diabetes and elevated diabetes distress (DD). …

Conceptualizing care partners' burden, stress, and support for reintegrating Veterans: A mixed methods study

Abstract: BACKGROUND: People who support Veterans as they transition from their military service into civilian life may be at an increased risk of psychological distress. Existing …

“We’re trained to survive.”: Veterans’ experiences seeking food assistance

Abstract: Purpose. Food insecurity threatens veterans’ health, yet little is known about their experiences seeking food assistance. Thus, we studied veterans’ experiences as …

Learning from women Veterans who navigate invisible injuries, caregiving, and reintegration challenges

Abstract: BACKGROUND: As women comprise a greater proportion of military service members, there is growing recognition of how their experiences in the early phase of military to …

The impact of veteran support and resources for diabetes (iNSPiRED) on diabetes distress: Results from a randomized, parallel-group trial

Abstract: Objective: The primary objective of this research was to assess the impact of a novel, peer-directed intervention (iNSPiRED) on diabetes distress (DD) among veterans with …

Association between services to address adverse social determinants of health and suicide mortality among veterans with indicators of housing instability, unemployment, and justice involvement

Abstract: Suicide among Veterans continues to be a priority issue addressed by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). In addition to a variety of services specifically …

The armory project: Partnering with firearm retailers to promote and provide voluntary out‐of‐home firearm storage

Abstract: In this article, we describe the development of a regional firearm storage network organized by investigators affiliated with the Department of Veterans Affairs and run …

Pain and posttraumatic stress: associations among women veterans with a history of military sexual trauma

Abstract: Objective: Chronic pain and posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) are two highly prevaxlent and comorbid conditions common within veteran populations. Notably, those with …

Unmet needs and coping strategies of older underserved veterans during the COVID-19 pandemic

Abstract: Introduction: The COVID-19 pandemic has had profound impacts on people with diabetes, a group with high morbidity and mortality. Factors like race, age, income, …