Adaptation of the PRIDE in all who served facilitation manual to support scale-up of a novel program for LGBTQIA+ Veterans

Abstract: Pride In All Who Served (PRIDE) is the first manualized, evidence-based group intervention developed for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex, asexual, …

Women's contested integration into the U.S. military and the persistent inequities that affect their health and well-being

Abstract: This paper surveys the progressive integration of women into the military and women's compensation and benefits during and after their service. The study traces the …

Improving health care through the U.S. Veterans Health Administration’s nationwide LGBTQ+ Veteran Care Coordinator Program

Abstract:Lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans-identifying, queer (LGBTQ+) veterans experience health and health care disparities. Health care organizations play a critical role in …

Improving health care through the U.S. Veterans Health Administration’s nationwide LGBTQ+ Veteran Care Coordinator Program

Abstract:Lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans-identifying, queer (LGBTQ+) veterans experience health and health care disparities. Health care organizations play a critical role in …

Expectancies for alcohol analgesia and drinking behavior among Veterans with chronic pain: The moderating role of discrimination in medical settings

Abstract: Background and Objectives: Chronic pain and alcohol use are highly prevalent and frequently co-occur among U.S. military veterans. Expectancies for alcohol analgesia …

Is gaining housing associated with higher rates of cancer screening among US Veterans experiencing homelessness?

Abstract: PURPOSE: People experiencing homelessness have lower rates of cancer screening than housed people, contributing to later stages at cancer diagnosis and poor outcomes. We …

Mammography screening utilization in female Veterans using cross-sectional survey results from the National Health Interview Survey

Abstract: PURPOSE: Although women are the fastest growing group of veterans across all military branches, there are limited data about mammography screening utilization in female …

Leveraging electronic health record data to identify lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ+) Veteran participants in the Pride in All Who Served program

Abstract: BACKGROUND: Pride in All Who Served (PRIDE) is an intervention in the Veterans Health Administration (VHA) focused on enhancing Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and …

Changes to Veteran community reintegration research needed to address diverse needs of Veterans and their communities

Abstract: The authors issue a call to the field to address the expansive reintegration needs of Veterans and their communities. Developing inclusive Veteran community reintegration …

Racial and ethnic disparities in reproductive health care and outcomes among female Veterans: A scoping review

Abstract: Introduction: Female veterans are the fastest growing group of new Veterans Health Administration (VA) users, and 40% identify as belonging to a racialized group. It is …

Variation in hypertension control by race and ethnicity, and geography in US Veterans

Abstract: Background: Hypertension control and related cardiovascular outcomes among Americans remain suboptimal, and differ by race, ethnicity, and geography. Healthcare access is …

Racial disparities in prosthesis use, satisfaction, and physical function in upper limb amputation and the impact of Veteran status

Abstract: Background: Prior research found that Black veterans with upper limb amputation (ULA) reported greater disability and need for assistance compared to White veterans. The …