• Author: Melissa B. Jones
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Burn pit smoke exposure and sleep apnea in US Veterans: A retrospective cohort study

Abstract: INTRODUCTION: Burn pit smoke exposure (BPSE) during military deployment has been linked to long-term cardiorespiratory conditions, but its relationship with sleep apnea …

Pilot screening for prodromal Parkinson's disease in post-9/11 Veterans with probable rapid eye movement sleep behavior disorder

Abstract: This pilot examined prodromal markers in post-9/11 Veterans with TBI and probable REM sleep behavior disorder (N = 12). RBD was confirmed in 5 of 10 (50 %) participants …

Age modulates the predictive value of self-reported sleepiness for all-cause mortality risk: Insights from a comprehensive national database of Veterans

Abstract: Study Objectives: Excessive daytime sleepiness (EDS) is prevalent and overwhelmingly stems from disturbed sleep. We hypothesized that age modulates the association …

Validation of Electronic Diagnostic Codes for Rapid Eye Movement Sleep Behavior Disorder

Abstract: We investigated the accuracy of International Classification of Diseases (ICD) codes for the identification of Veterans with rapid eye movement (REM) sleep behavior …

Rates and Predictors of Rapid Eye Movement Sleep Behavior Disorder Symptoms Among Post-9/11 Veterans

Abstract: Objective: Posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and traumatic brain injury (TBI), which are prevalent conditions among post-9/11 veterans, increase risks of rapid eye …

Pimavanserin 34 mg at bedtime for the treatment of insomnia in 6 Veterans with posttraumatic stress disorder

Abstract: Insomnia is the most common and refractory complaint in Veterans with posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD). This open-label pilot study of pimavanserin describes the …