Are gaps in rates of retention on buprenorphine for treatment of opioid use disorder closing among Veterans across different races and ethnicities? A retrospective cohort study

Abstract: Introduction: The U.S. Veterans Health Administration has undertaken several initiatives to improve veterans' access to and retention on buprenorphine because it prevents …

Receipt of medications for alcohol use disorder in the Veterans Health Administration: Comparison of rates at the intersections of racialized and ethnic identity with both sex and transgender status

Abstract: Objectives: Medications for alcohol use disorder (MAUDs) are recommended for patients with alcohol use disorder yet are underprescribed. Consistent with Minority Stress …

Racial and ethnic differences in health care experiences for Veterans receiving VA community care from 2016 to 2021

Abstract: Background: Prior research documented racial and ethnic disparities in health care experiences within the Veterans Health Administration (VA). Little is known about such …

Trends and disparities in coronary artery disease prevalence among U.S. adults from 2019 to 2022

Abstract: Background: Coronary artery disease (CAD) is the leading cause of death in the U.S. Understanding trends and potential disparities in CAD prevalence is crucial for public …

Racial Disparities in Stage at Bladder Cancer Diagnosis in the US Veterans Affairs Healthcare System

Abstract: Objective: To describe patient characteristics and pathological stage at bladder cancer (BCa) diagnosis in a diverse population within a national, equal-access healthcare …

Factors associated with acute telemental health consultations in older Veterans

Abstract: Introduction: The United States Veterans Health Administration is a leader in the use of telemental health (TMH) to enhance access to mental healthcare amidst a …

Sociodemographic differences in the impacts of video-enabled tablets on psychotherapy usage among veterans

Abstract: OBJECTIVE: To examine potential health disparities due to a broad reliance on telehealth during the COVID-19 pandemic, the authors studied the impact of video-enabled …

Racial, ethnic, and sex disparities in mental health among U.S. service members and Veterans: Findings from the Millennium Cohort Study

Abstract: Although disparities in mental health occur within racially, ethnically, and gender-diverse civilian populations, it is unclear whether these disparities persist within …

Disparities in antiviral treatment among adults with hepatitis b cirrhosis: an analysis of the national veterans affairs cohort

Abstract: Timely antiviral therapy is critical in chronic hepatitis B (CHB) cirrhosis, to prevent further liver complications. Among a national cohort of US Veterans with CHB …

Race differences in Veteran's affairs emergency department utilization

Abstract: INTRODUCTION: African Americans (AAs) experience disparities in chronic pain care. This study aimed to identify the rates of emergency department (ED) utilization for …

Sex Differences in Veterans' Cardiovascular Health

Abstract: Background: In the U.S. civilian population, sex differences have been identified in cardiovascular health; these differences have been used to inform care. Our …