Early risk detection of metabolic syndrome using sex-specific machine learning models in military personnel

Abstract: Metabolic syndrome is a critical predictor of future cardiometabolic disease and an emerging public health concern, particularly in high-demand populations such as …

Metabolic syndrome among testicular cancer survivors: Long-term follow-up of the Veterans Affairs Health System

Abstract: BACKGROUND: The 5-year survival rate for patients with testicular germ cell tumors (TC) is excellent. However, these survivors are at an increased risk for metabolic …

Metabolic syndrome is associated with reduced default mode network functional connectivity in young post-9/11 Veterans

Abstract: Metabolic syndrome is a collection of health factors that increases risk for cardiovascular disease. A condition of aging, metabolic syndrome is associated with reduced …

Association between metabolic syndrome and white matter integrity in young and mid-age post-9/11 adult Veterans

Abstract: Metabolic syndrome has been associated with reduced brain white matter integrity in older individuals. However, less is known about how metabolic syndrome might impact …

Gender-affirming hormone treatment and metabolic syndrome among transgender Veterans

Abstract: Importance: Gender-affirming hormone treatment (GAHT) is a common therapy for transgender individuals to reduce gender dysphoria and improve quality of life. Clarifying …

Impact of Korean Military Service on the prevalence of steatotic liver disease: A longitudinal study of pre-enlistment and in-service health check-ups

Abstract: Background/Aims: Young Korean men are obligated to serve in the military for 18 to 21 months. We investigated the effects of military service on steatotic liver disease …

Substance use and incidence of metabolic syndrome before midlife among military adults: The CHIEF cohort study

Abstract: Backgrounds: Habitual substance use, i. e., alcohol, tobacco and betel nut, has been found with an increased risk of metabolic syndrome (MetS) in the general population, …

Raising the U.S. Army height-weight (body mass index) standards: Quantifying metabolic risk

Abstract: BACKGROUND & OBJECTIVES: The U.S. Army fell 25% short of its recruitment goal in 2022 and therefore, increasing the eligibility pool for potential recruits is of …

A randomized controlled trial of precision nutrition counseling for service members at risk for metabolic syndrome

Abstract: INTRODUCTION: Metabolic syndrome (MetS) is a threat to the active component military as it impacts health, readiness, retention, and cost to the Military Health System. …

Effects of physical fitness training on metabolic syndrome among military personnel in Taiwan

Abstract: Metabolic syndrome (MS) is strongly associated with cardiovascular diseases and diabetes but can be prevented with regular physical activity. This study aimed to assess …

Association between combat-related traumatic injury and cardiovascular risk

This paper reports on research that forms part of the ADVANCE study. This paper focuses on investigating the association between combat-related traumatic injury (CRTI) and both …

Effects of Posttraumatic Stress Disorder and Metabolic Syndrome on Cognitive Aging in Veterans

Abstract: Purpose of the Study:With the influx of veterans entering older adulthood, it is increasingly important to understand risk factors for cognitive decline. Posttraumatic …