Gulf War illness: Neurological impacts, pathophysiological insights, and therapeutic prospects

Abstract: Gulf War Illness (GWI) is a chronic, multi-system condition affecting a substantial proportion of veterans deployed during the 1990-1991 Gulf War. Neurological …

LGBTQ+ Veterans report greater subjective cognitive impairment and risk factors for Alzheimer's disease and related dementias

Abstract: Background: Alzheimer's disease and related dementias (ADRD) among the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, and/or additional marginalized sexual/gender identities …

Association of impaired medication adherence with subsequent clinical recognition of dementia or cognitive impairment in older Veterans

Abstract: PURPOSE: To examine whether lower medication adherence in individuals without documented dementia or cognitive impairment (DCI) is associated with subsequent clinically …

Symptoms of depression, but not PTSD, influence cognitive performance in healthy Army National Guard Soldiers

Abstract: Introduction: Research suggests that comorbid depression and PTSD may contribute to cognitive impairment. However, few studies have explored this dynamic in military …

Neuroinflammation and brain health risks in Veterans exposed to burn pit toxins

Abstract: Military burn pits, used for waste disposal in combat zones, involve the open-air burning of waste materials, including plastics, metals, chemicals, and medical waste. …

Efficacy of computerized vs. traditional cognitive interventions for the treatment of chronic mTBI symptoms among service members

Abstract: Introduction: Military service members (SMs) with mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI or concussion) frequently report cognitive and behavioral difficulties. Currently, …

Cross-validation of the trail making test as a non-memory-based embedded performance validity test among Veterans with and without cognitive impairment

Abstract: OBJECTIVE: This study cross-validated multiple Trail Making Test (TMT) Parts A and B scores as non-memory-based embedded performance validity tests (PVTs) for detecting …

Rule-based identification of individuals with mild cognitive impairment or Alzheimer's disease using clinical notes from the United States Veterans Affairs healthcare system

Abstract: BACKGROUND: Early identification of individuals with mild cognitive impairment (MCI) and Alzheimer's disease (AD) is a clinical and research imperative. Use of diagnostic …

The minimal effect of depression on cognitive functioning when accounting for Test of Memory Malingering performance in a sample of U.S. Veterans

Abstract: While many studies have demonstrated a relationship between depression and cognitive deficits, most have neglected to include measurements of performance validity. This …

Fingerstick glucose monitoring by cognitive impairment status in Veterans Affairs nursing home residents with diabetes

Abstract: Guidelines recommend nursing home (NH) residents with cognitive impairment receive less intensive glycemic treatment and less frequent fingerstick monitoring. Our …