• Author: Jodie G. Katon
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The intersection of trauma, mental health, and reproductive health among women Veterans: A scoping review

Abstract: Compared to their non-Veteran peers, women Veterans have a higher burden of trauma and mental health conditions, which intersect with reproductive health across the …

Changes in reproductive and sexual health diagnoses of women Veterans using Department of Veterans Affairs health care between FY2010 and FY2018

Abstract: Background: Women veterans are the fastest growing group of new Veterans Health Administration (VA) users with more than half a million using VA care in 2018. VA has …

Racial and ethnic disparities in reproductive health care and outcomes among female Veterans: A scoping review

Abstract: Introduction: Female veterans are the fastest growing group of new Veterans Health Administration (VA) users, and 40% identify as belonging to a racialized group. It is …

Suicidal ideation and suicide attempts among women Veterans using VA reproductive health care: Prevalence and associations with fertility-, pregnancy- and parenting-related factors

Abstract: Introduction: Women veterans are at increased risk for suicide and experience a high prevalence of suicidal ideation (SI) and suicide attempt (SA) history. Knowledge …

You want people to listen to you': Patient experiences of women's healthcare within the Veterans Health Administration

Abstract: Objective: To identify constructs that are critical in shaping Veterans' experiences with Veterans Health Administration (VA) women's healthcare, including any which have …

“I wasn't presented with options”: Perspectives of black Veterans receiving care for uterine fibroids in the Veterans Health Administration

Abstract: Introduction: Black women with uterine fibroids experience greater symptom severity and worse treatment outcomes compared with their White counterparts. Black veterans …

Military Sexual Trauma Among Women Veterans Using Veterans Health Administration Reproductive Health Care: Screening Challenges and Associations with Post-Military Suicidal Ideation and Suicide Attempts

Abstract: Military sexual trauma (MST) is highly prevalent among women veterans. Research among MST survivors has focused on individuals receiving care in specific settings, such …

Reproductive Health of Women Veterans: A Systematic Review of the Literature from 2008 to 2017

Abstract: The literature on the reproductive health and healthcare of women Veterans has increased dramatically, though there are important gaps. This article aims to synthesize …

Association Between Chronic Conditions and Physical Function Among Veteran and Non-Veteran Women With Diabetes

Abstract: Purpose of the Study: To compare the number of chronic conditions among a list of 12 and their association with physical function among postmenopausal non-Veteran and …

Prospective Analysis of Health and Mortality Risk in Veteran and non-Veteran Participants in the Women’s Health Initiative

Abstract: The health of post-menopausal women Veterans is a neglected area of study. A stronger empirical evidence base is needed, and would inform the provision of health care …