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Mental health diseases are associated with active hepatitis C and partly drive HCC trends in Veterans

Abstract: BACKGROUND AND AIMS: Hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) incidence is on the rise. While biological factors have been studied extensively, how Mental Health Diseases (MHD) …

A critical analysis of loneliness and isolation impacting Veterans in civilian reintegration

Abstract:This dissertation critically analyzes the literature on the transition of U.S. military veterans from military to civilian life. With a particular focus on the psychology …

Examining how variations in primary care telehealth utilization influence healthcare utilization and health outcomes of U.S. Veterans

Abstract:The adoption of telehealth in primary care was accelerated by the COVID-19 pandemic, particularly within the Veterans Health Administration (VA), which has been a national …

Executive summary: Clinical practice guideline telepsychiatry for Veterans who are homeless

Abstract:This project was a clinical practice guideline (CPG) for mental health providers to expand telepsychiatry services to veterans who are homeless in a day treatment center. …

Experiences of medically discharged Veterans who transitioned without a medically-oriented transition program

Abstract:All discharged service members are required to attend a Transition Assistance Program(TAP). Service members who are found medically unfit to serve must attend TAP prior to …

Experiences, challenges, personal catalysts, and contributions of disabled, post 9/11 era, United States military Veterans successfully transitioning into the civilian workforce

Abstract:This exploratory case study investigated how civilian work managers perceive the challenges,catalysts, and contributions of disabled Post-9/11 U.S. military Veterans …

Characteristics of women Veterans with incident breast and gynecologic cancers in the Veterans Health Administration

Abstract: Background: There is an increase in breast and gynecologic cancer cases treated within Veterans Health Administration (VHA). Objectives: To describe the age and race of …

Perception of Veterans with traumatic brain injury regarding the Veterans Administration rehabilitation process

Abstract:There was a social work practice gap on the perceptions of veterans with traumatic brain injury (TBI) regarding the Veterans Administration's (VA’s) rehabilitation …

Perceptions of K–5 teacher challenges in supporting military-connected children overseas who experience trauma

Abstract:Teachers serving U.S. military-connected students (MCS) overseas regularly address student trauma in the classroom that stems from relocation and separation events due to …

Veteran voices on the MISSION act: Satisfaction and care preferences following community referral for structural heart disease care

Abstract: BACKGROUND: The MISSION Act of 2018 expanded veterans' access to necessary care at non-Veterans Affairs (VA) facilities. The policy is intended to improve access to …

Impact evaluation after implementing a co-designed point-of-care ultrasound program at a Veterans Affairs emergency department

Abstract: Introduction/Purpose: Point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS) is an important diagnostic bedside tool, yet a gap remains between Emergency Department (ED) POCUS programme …

Incidence and prevalence of polycystic ovary syndrome in United States military active-duty service members

Abstract:Background: Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a chronic medical condition characterized by ovulatory dysfunction, hyperandrogenism, and/or polycystic ovary morphology. …