Abstract: The objective is to examine the impact of military service on health literacy. Study Design Prospective, cross-sectional study. The validated Brief Health Literacy Screen …
Abstract: Objectives: Social isolation is a critical public health issue that affects multiple domains of well-being among older adults, but little is known about social isolation …
Abstract: For nearly 20 years, military members and their families have been involved in some form of military operation in support of what is known as the Global War on …
Abstract: Objective: We examined whether the prevalence of medical and behavioral conditions is higher in children of deployed veterans (DVs) versus non-deployed veterans (NDVs) …
Abstract: Little is known about the functioning of children in veteran-connected families, who may experience a unique constellation of stressors including exposure to parental …
Abstract: Introduction: Physical and medical readiness have emerged as a top priority in the army over the last decade. With this emphasis on deployment readiness, it is important …
Abstract: Objectives: Approximately 10% of homeless adults in the US are veterans and that number is increasing. Veterans who experience homelessness tend to do so for longer …
Abstract: Background: For over a decade, there has been a surge in opioid-related morbidity and mortality among Veterans. To better understand the impact of the growing epidemic, …
This report explores the prevalence of dementia among US veterans and risks associated with Alzheimer's Disease and related dementia's. The report found that the risks of dementia …
Abstract: Background: Traumatic brain injury (TBI) and military service are common lifetime exposures among current older adults that may affect late-life mental health. The …
Abstract: The use of emergency departments for non-emergent issues has led to overcrowding and decreased the quality of care. Telemedicine may be a mechanism to decrease …
Abstract: For many veterans, reintegrating into civilian life is complicated by an acquired or exacerbated physical disability. Veteran-directed services that are inclusive of and …