Female service members deserve an individualized approach to hormonal contraception counseling

Abstract: We appreciate the participation of the authors1 in the much-needed discussion about hormonal contraception (HC) and medical readiness in military service members (SMs) in …

Are physical fitness, a history of childbirth and injury history related to knee valgus in female Canadian Armed Forces members during a bodyweight overhead squat movement?

Abstract: Objectives: A history of childbirth is associated with musculoskeletal injury (MSKi) in female members of the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF). While previous injury and …

Moral injury and suicidal ideation among female national guard members: Indirect effects of perceived burdensomeness and thwarted belongingness

Abstract: Numerous reports have linked moral injury (i.e., experience or perpetration of a morally unjust event) with suicidal ideation and outcomes; however, little is known …

Pelvic floor disorders among U.S. military active-duty females

Abstract: Importance: Women are a growing cohort within the U.S. military. Pelvic floor health is a component of health maintenance for which support needs vary by sex. The …

The Social Determinants of Suicide among Female Service Members and Veterans

Abstract: Aims: Evaluate the social determinants of health (SDOH) associated with suicidality among female Service Members and Veterans (SMV) in Arizona. Methods: Used data from a …

Female-specific health care of military female-designated service members and Veterans: A systematic overview of reviews

Abstract: INTRODUCTION: Since the War in Afghanistan began in 2001, service members have faced significant health effects related to service during war, with female-designated …

Predicting marital health from adverse childhood experiences among United States Air Force active-duty personnel

Abstract: Marital dysfunction in military samples demands special scrutiny because of its concurrent and prospective linkages with a broad spectrum of mental and physical health …

The Impact of Maternal and Paternal Deployment on Depressive Symptoms and Well-Being Among Military-Connected Youth

Abstract: Objective: This study examines how military parents' gender moderates the association between deployments and well-being and depression among military-connected youth. …