A multi-ancestry meta genome-wide association study of migraine among Veterans: Associations with traumatic brain injury, depression, and post-traumatic stress disorder

Abstract: Migraine is a neurovascular disorder that poses a high burden to Veterans, who face a greater risk than sex-matched individuals in the general population. Genetic …

White matter hyperintensities and headache in United States military Veterans with mild traumatic brain injury

Abstract: Objective: The objective of this study was to examine the association between white matter hyperintensities and migraine-like headache in United States military veterans …

Cognitive symptoms in Veterans with migraine or traumatic brain injury: a Million Veteran Program study

Abstract: Objective: To examine the spectrum and severity of cognitive symptoms in veterans with migraine, traumatic brain injury (TBI), or both; and to evaluate the extent to …

Evaluating the phenotypic patterns of post-traumatic headache: a systematic review of military personnel

Abstract: Introduction: Mild traumatic brain injury (TBI) affects a significant number of military personnel, primarily because of physical impact, vehicle incidents, and blast …

Migraine prevalence, environmental risk, and comorbidities in men and women Veterans

Abstract: IMPORTANCE: Migraine is a prevalent and debilitating condition that substantially impacts quality of life. Investigating migraine prevalence, associated comorbidities, …

Headache disorders in VHA primary care: Prevalence, psychiatric comorbidity, and health care utilization

Abstract: Military veterans are at increased risk for headache disorders compared to the general population, yet the prevalence and burden associated with headache disorders among …

Trajectory of blood pressure after initiating anti-calcitonin gene-related peptide treatment of migraine: A target trial emulation from the Veterans Health Administration

Abstract: Background: Calcitonin gene-related peptide (CGRP) is involved in migraine pathophysiology and blood pressure regulation. Although clinical trials have established the …

Complementary and integrative medicine perspectives among veteran patients and VHA healthcare providers for the treatment of headache disorders: a qualitative study

Abstract: Objective: To evaluate veteran patient and provider perceptions and preferences on complementary and integrative medicine (CIM) for headache management. Background: The …