• Author: Hind A. Beydoun
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Colorectal cancer screening, incidence, and mortality among aging Veterans in the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs healthcare system by housing status

Abstract: The objectives of this study are to examine colorectal cancer (CRC) screening, incidence, and mortality among veterans 45 to 75 years who are enrolled in the U.S. …

Psychiatric disorders among older U.S. women by socioeconomic and veteran status

Abstract: Objectives: To examine among women ≥65 years: [1] differences in prevalence and incidence of psychiatric disorders, including substance use and mental health disorders, …

Psychiatric disorders among older U.S. women by socioeconomic and Veteran status

Abstract: OBJECTIVES: To examine among women ≥65 years: [1] differences in prevalence and incidence of psychiatric disorders, including substance use and mental health …

Sex-specific associations between homelessness and cerebrovascular disease among aging US Veterans in the Veterans Affairs healthcare system

Abstract: Homelessness and chronic disease have been previously linked. We examined the bidirectional, sex-specific, relationship between homelessness and cerebrovascular disease …

Role of homelessness and incarceration in time-to-decision on Veterans Affairs disability benefits for a mental health condition

Abstract: Homelessness and incarceration are major psychosocial concerns in the United States that may be mitigated by access to disability benefits. Data from the Veterans …

Multimorbidity of mental health and substance use disorders among housed and homeless U.S. Veterans

Abstract: Housing can be an important social determinant of mental health, which is why it is important to understand how mental health disorders (MHDs) and substance use disorders …

Comparing major comorbidity indices as predictors of all-cause mortality in the Veterans Affairs healthcare system

Abstract: Objective: The Charlson Comorbidity Index (CCI), the Elixhauser Comorbidity Index (ECI), and the Functional Comorbidity Index (FCI) are validated clinical measures of …

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. …

Characteristics and healthcare utilization among aging Veterans in supported housing: A comparison with independently housed age-matched Veterans

Abstract: BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES: There is a large and growing population of older, formerly homeless adults living in permanent supportive housing, and there are concerns about …

Pathways from socioeconomic factors to major cardiovascular events among postmenopausal Veteran and nonveteran women: Findings from the Women's Health Initiative

Abstract: Background: Cardiovascular disease (CVD) remains a leading cause of death for women in the United States, with veterans being at potentially higher risk than their …

Correlates of six-month housing instability among U.S. adults by Veteran status: Exploratory study using data from the All of Us Program

Abstract: Housing instability (HI) is a social determinant of health affecting adults in the United States (U.S.). Addressing HI among veterans is a national priority, and greater …

Drug overdose deaths among homeless Veterans in the United States Department of Veterans Affairs healthcare system

Abstract: Background and aims: With an epidemic of drug overdoses, contemporary research is needed to examine drug overdose deaths among homeless populations. This study measured …