Lower risk of first onset of many cardiovascular disorders in antidepressant-treated women Veterans: Encouraging findings but concerns remain

Abstract:A commentary highlighting the benefits of treating depression on cardiovascular health, especially among a doubly vulnerable population: women veterans.

The built environment and adverse cardiovascular events in US Veterans with cardiovascular disease

Abstract: QUESTION: Can AI-extracted interpretable built environment features predict major adverse cardiovascular events (MACE) in a national veteran population? FINDINGS: In this …

Large decrease in posttraumatic stress disorder severity and cardiovascular disease outcomes

Abstract: BACKGROUND: Posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is associated with risk for cardiovascular disease (CVD). Improved physical health often follows large decreases in PTSD …

Metabolic syndrome among testicular cancer survivors: Long-term follow-up of the Veterans Affairs Health System

Abstract: BACKGROUND: The 5-year survival rate for patients with testicular germ cell tumors (TC) is excellent. However, these survivors are at an increased risk for metabolic …

Cardiac rehabilitation among Veterans: A narrative review

Abstract: Purpose: Cardiac rehabilitation (CR) is a valuable secondary preventive intervention for Veterans given their increased risk of cardiovascular disease. Adults cared for …

Blood pressure control among Veterans with high cardiovascular disease risk

Abstract: Objective: Blood pressure (BP) control reduces risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD), the major cause of disability and mortality among the nine million U.S. Veterans …

Self-awareness of soldiers regarding risk factors for cardiovascular diseases

Abstract: Objectives: Cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) remain the leading cause of death in Europe. There are more and more young people and middle-aged patients with obesity, …

Major adverse cardiovascular events among Black and White Veterans receiving androgen deprivation therapy for prostate cancer: A retrospective cohort study

Abstract: Background: Androgen deprivation therapy (ADT) is the cornerstone treatment strategy for men diagnosed with high-risk prostate cancer (PC) but may increase risk for major …

Medication adherence in rheumatoid arthritis: Implications for cardiovascular disease risk and strategies to address in U.S. Veterans

Abstract: Introduction: Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a systemic inflammatory disease associated with an increased risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD) and premature mortality. The …

Challenges to cardiovascular health among female U.S. Veterans and future implications: A scoping review

Abstract: INTRODUCTION: Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is the leading cause of death for women in the United States, and U.S. female Veterans have higher rates of CVD compared to …

Prevalence, correlates, and mental and physical health burden of cardiovascular disease in older U.S. military Veterans

Abstract: Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is one of the leading causes of death in the U.S. and is associated with a range of demographic, military, trauma, and clinical …

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 …