Capturing and categorizing the burden of musculoskeletal injuries in U.S. active duty service members: A comprehensive methodology

Abstract: Background: Musculoskeletal injuries (MSKIs) represent the most common, costly, and impactful medical conditions affecting active duty service members (ADSMs) of the …

Ethical use of big data for healthy communities and a strong nation: unique challenges for the Military Health System

Abstract: Recent advances in artificial intelligence (AI) created powerful tools for research, particularly for extracting meaningful insights from extremely large data sets. These …

Health policy analysis on improving HIV PrEP implementation to help end the HIV epidemic in the U.S. military

Abstract: Use of HIV pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) among U.S. military service members at high risk for HIV infection remains suboptimal, resulting in preventable new HIV …

Vaccine completion and timeliness among children in the military health system: 2010–2019

Abstract: Objective: Few studies have evaluated pediatric vaccination coverage in the Military Health System, although some evidence suggests lower than ideal coverage. This study …

Providing context for a unique population: The lived experience of military-connected children

Abstract: Military-connected children are an important subset of the pediatric population who experience both advantages and challenges that influence their overall health and …

The development of a multidisciplinary skull base program in support of the military health system

Abstract: Starting in July 2022, three skull base-trained surgeons (C.A.M., C.A.R., A.M.T.) developed the first Multidisciplinary Skull Base Program (MSBP) at Walter Reed National …

Time to gender-affirming hormone therapy among US military-affiliated adolescents and young adults

Abstract: Importance: Use of exogenous sex steroid hormones, when indicated, may improve outcomes in adolescents and young adults with gender incongruence. Little is known about …

Exposome signatures of gastrointestinal disorders among active duty service members

Abstract: Introduction: We evaluated the risk factors associated with gastrointestinal disorders (GD) among the soldiers of the Army and Marine Aviation community (AMAC) using an …

Racial-ethnic comparison of treatment for papillary thyroid cancer in the military health system

Abstract: Purpose: We aimed to compare Asian or Pacific Islander, Black, Hispanic, and non-Hispanic White patients in treatment for papillary thyroid cancer (PTC) in the equal …

A mixed-methods study to evaluate family planning desires and barriers to building families among gay, bisexual, and lesbian cisgender military service members

Abstract: Introduction: Barriers to seeking infertility care for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, intersex, queer/questioning, and asexual (LGBTIQA+) individuals are well …

Invisible in your midst: Uniformed and Veteran patients in the civilian health care sector

Abstract: Today, over 30 million military-affiliated individuals receive healthcare in the civilian sector, yet their military connections often remain invisible to their civilian …

Patterns of use and barriers to STI point-of-care tests for military obstetrician gynecologists

Abstract: Introduction: Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) are commonly reported in military populations. Point-of-care tests (POCTs) are commercially available, but their use …