Abstract: Women veterans have historically faced barriers to behavioral health treatment, particularly through the VA. In conjunction, there have been changes in behavioral …
Abstract: Veterans enrolled in the Veterans Affairs (VA) health care system gained greater access to non-VA care beginning in 2014. We examined hospital and Veteran characteristics …
Abstract: OBJECTIVE: To identify barriers veterans with bipolar disorder face to accessing chronic pain management services within a Veterans Affairs (VA) health care system. DATA …
Abstract: BACKGROUND: In 2011, the Veterans Health Administration (VHA) established a policy for the delivery of transition-related services, including gender-affirming hormone …
Abstract: The experiences of military personnel moving into civilian life can be varied for the individual, families and communities. This paper aims to shed light on the various …
Abstract: Background: Studies suggest female Veterans are under-identified as homeless in the VA healthcare system, which may impact their ability to access necessary services. In …
Abstract: This study examined the association between mental and physical health factors and dual use of Veterans' Affairs (VA) and non-VA healthcare among previously deployed male …
Abstract:Â Reproductive mental health needs are prevalent, under-recognized, and under-treated throughout the United States (US). This especially affects the Veterans Health …
Abstract: INTRODUCTION: In this study, we aimed to understand how active duty service members and their partners navigate the infertility care process within the Military Health …
Abstract: Background:Â Alcohol misuse is higher in the UK armed forces (AF) than in the general population. Research demonstrates that alcohol misuse persists after an individual …
Abstract: The Veterans Access Research Consortium (VARC), a Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Consortium of Research focused on access to healthcare, has been funded by VA’s …
Abstract:Â Healthwatch Hertfordshire conducted a study (commissioned by the Hertfordshire Armed Forces Covenant Board and funded by Hertfordshire Public Health) to investigate the …