Abstract: INTRODUCTION: Millions of United States (U.S.) veterans report exposures to a wide range of chemical, physical, radiological, and biological agents during their military …
Abstract: Background and Objectives: Gambling screening in the US military was mandated in 2019, but few studies have assessed the prevalence of experiencing gambling problems or …
Abstract: INTRODUCTION: Musculoskeletal injuries (MSKIs) are the most prevalent and costly threat to U.S. soldier health and medical readiness. Although sociodemographic and …
Abstract: Background: Despite the significant health and economic burden associated with OSA among civilians, little is known about this burden among active-duty military …
Abstract:Introduction: Timely health care access is associated with improved health outcomes and increased patient satisfaction. Alternatively, delayed access to health care is …
Abstract: This study explored the association between changes in pain and related health outcomes and posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) symptoms following cognitive processing …
Abstract: BACKGROUND: Colectomy for benign or malignant disease may be elective, urgent, or emergent. Data suggest successively worse outcomes for nonelective colectomy. Limited …
Abstract: Women have played critical roles in military and civilian capacities within warzones throughout history, yet their contributions and experiences often remain …
Abstract: Background: Addressing social needs is a priority for many health systems, including the Veterans Health Administration (VA). Nearly a quarter of Veterans reside in rural …
Abstract: Women have a long history of service in the armed forces; however, it was not until 1948 that women were granted permanent, regular status in the military (Kamarck, …
Abstract: Aims: According to the Kidney Disease: Improving Global Outcomes (KDIGO) guideline, the definition of chronic kidney disease (CKD) requires the presence of abnormal …
Abstract: Unhouseness, also known as homelessness, coupled with mental illness, causes health problems for some veterans; financial difficulties, unemployment, and lack of …