Association of impaired medication adherence with subsequent clinical recognition of dementia or cognitive impairment in older Veterans

Abstract: PURPOSE: To examine whether lower medication adherence in individuals without documented dementia or cognitive impairment (DCI) is associated with subsequent clinically …

The tracking and reducing alcohol consumption (TRAC) intervention for Veterans living with HIV/AIDS: Results from a pilot randomized waitlist-controlled trial

Abstract: BACKGROUND: Veterans with HIV/AIDS (VWH) frequently report alcohol misuse, which can impact antiretroviral therapy (ART) adherence and lead to poorer clinical outcomes. …

Antihypertensive medication co-pay and adherence among Veterans receiving care within the Veterans Health Administration

Abstract: Background: Despite safe, effective, and relatively affordable antihypertensive therapies, blood pressure (BP) control remains suboptimal. One potential contributor is …

Suboptimal medication possession ratio is associated with recurrent ischemic stroke in a Veteran population

Abstract: Objectives: Recurrent stroke results in higher disability and mortality but might be mitigated through interventions that improve medication adherence. The medication …

Medication adherence in rheumatoid arthritis: Implications for cardiovascular disease risk and strategies to address in U.S. Veterans

Abstract: Introduction: Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a systemic inflammatory disease associated with an increased risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD) and premature mortality. The …

Benzodiazepine prescription patterns after mild traumatic brain injury in U.S. military service members

Abstract: Introduction: Clinical practice guidelines (CPGs) and clinical recommendations (CRs) are developed to aide and guide providers in treating a variety of conditions, …

Implementing evidence-based practices to improve primary care for high-risk patients: Study protocol for the VA high-risk VETerans (RIVET) type III effectiveness-implementation trial

Abstract: Background: Patients with significant multimorbidity and other factors that make healthcare challenging to access and coordinate are at high risk for poor health …

Predictors of patient-reported and pharmacy refill measures of maintenance inhaler adherence in Veterans with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease

Abstract: Rationale: Suboptimal adherence to inhaled medications in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) remains a challenge. Objectives: To examine the …