Making Veterans visible in national cancer registries

Abstract: This Viewpoint discusses improving US cancer surveillance systems to address veteran-specific risks and outcomes. Veterans shoulder a disproportionate cancer burden due …

A summary of Veteran-related statistics: Second edition

Abstract: In this report, the authors provide updated analyses of U.S. veteran demographics, mental health, and labor market outcomes using nationally representative datasets, …

Examining how variations in primary care telehealth utilization influence healthcare utilization and health outcomes of U.S. Veterans

Abstract:The adoption of telehealth in primary care was accelerated by the COVID-19 pandemic, particularly within the Veterans Health Administration (VA), which has been a national …

Use of and outcomes in Veterans Affairs and other hospitals among Veterans experiencing homelessness after expanded access

Abstract: OBJECTIVE: Veterans in the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) health care system experiencing homelessness have high rates of hospitalization. The 2014 Veterans …

The impact of uncontrolled gout on healthcare utilization and health outcomes for United States Veterans Affairs patients

Abstract: Introduction: Gout is an inflammatory arthritis that, when uncontrolled, can lead to chronic pain, disability, increased demand for healthcare, and poor health outcomes. …

Outcomes from a posttraumatic growth-oriented program among Veterans: A quasi-experimental retrospective study

Abstract: Objective: The present study is a retrospective quasi-experimental study to evaluate the effectiveness of the Warrior PATHH (WP) program at improving posttraumatic growth …

Outcomes from a posttraumatic growth-oriented program among Veterans: A quasi-experimental retrospective study

Abstract: Objective: The present study is a retrospective quasi-experimental study to evaluate the effectiveness of the Warrior PATHH (WP) program at improving posttraumatic growth …

Veterans' behavioral health hospitalizations and outcomes in VA versus non‐VA hospitals

Abstract: Objective: To compare outcomes for Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) enrollees' behavioral health (BH) hospitalizations by source (VA-direct, VA-purchased community …

Cross-sectional study of the rates of military sexual trauma (MST) and associations with adverse mental health outcomes among UK female ex-service personnel: A study protocol

Abstract: INTRODUCTION: This study investigates the rates of military sexual trauma (MST) and its associations with adverse mental health among a sample of UK female ex-service …

Spironolactone reduces the risk of death in Veterans with heart failure with preserved ejection fraction

Abstract: Background: Heart failure with preserved ejection fraction (HFpEF) is a complex syndrome increasing in prevalence and affecting millions worldwide but with limited …

Serving those who served: Enhancing colorectal surgery care for Veterans

Abstract: The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is the largest provider of integrated health care services in the United States and its mission is to honor veterans by providing …

A first look at post-9/11 GI Bill-eligible enlisted Veterans’ outcomes

Abstract: The Post-9/11 Veterans’ Educational Assistance Act of 2008 (also known as the Post-9/11 GI Bill, or PGIB) substantially increased the education benefit available to …