Cognitive and neurobehavioral phenotypes of post 9/11 Veterans with epilepsy and mild traumatic brain injury

Abstract: INTRODUCTION: Traumatic brain injury (TBI) and epilepsy are significant health concerns among the veteran population, but the links between mild TBI and cognitive and …

Behavioral health technician delivered written exposure therapy for posttraumatic stress disorder in the military: Design of a hybrid implementation effectiveness trial

Abstract: Posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) affects up to 13-17 % of active duty military personnel who deployed after 9/11 and significantly impacts military readiness. …

Exploring hazing experiences and perceived physical and mental health outcomes in the United States military through a cross-sectional study

Abstract: BACKGROUND: Hazing-defined as an act that is required to gain entry into a group and humiliates, degrades, abuses, endangers, or otherwise embarrasses an individual, …

Combining alcohol misuse and sexual assault prevention enhances training outcomes in a U.S. military service academy

Abstract: OBJECTIVE: Alcohol misuse and sexual assault are prevalent in the U.S. military, including in military service academies. As these behaviors frequently co-occur, there is …

Cause-specific mortality among U.S. service members and Veterans (2001-2018): Comparison to the U.S. general population

Abstract: BACKGROUND: To compare cause-specific mortality between an occupational cohort of U.S. service members and veterans and the general civilian adult population. METHODS: …

Drivers of HPV vaccination rates among adolescent dependents in the military health system

Abstract: Background: Human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination prevents several forms of cancer. HPV vaccination is inconsistent and little is known about rates of HPV vaccination …

Prognostic factors for poor recovery in active-duty military personnel with musculoskeletal disorders: A systematic review with meta-analysis

Abstract: BACKGROUND: Military personnel are twice as likely as civilians to experience chronic musculoskeletal pain. Identifying prognostic factors for poor recovery from …

Discrimination, bullying, and hazing experiences among United States military personnel in the Millennium Cohort Study

Abstract: Introduction: Discrimination, bullying, and hazing are often not reported through existing, formal military channels. Self-reported assessments may better capture …

Discrimination, bullying, and hazing experiences among United States military personnel in the Millennium Cohort Study

Abstract: INTRODUCTION: Discrimination, bullying, and hazing are often not reported through existing, formal military channels. Self-reported assessments may better capture …

Performance-based functional outcomes 12 and 24 months after transfemoral osseointegration in service members with traumatic unilateral and bilateral lower limb loss

Abstract: OBJECTIVE: To evaluate functional outcomes at 12 months and 24 months after transfemoral osseointegration (OI) using established performance-based assessments. DESIGN: …

Utilization of mammography screening in female Veterans: Cross-sectional survey results from the National Health Interview Survey

Abstract: Purpose Although women are the fastest growing group of veterans across all military branches, there are limited data about mammography screening utilization in female …

Short and mid-term research priorities for Veterans with multiple sclerosis: A modified Delphi process engaging Veterans, researchers, and operational partners

Abstract: Background/Objective: Identifying research priorities of Veterans, MS researchers, and key stakeholders is critical to advance high-quality, evidence-based, and …