2025 U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs and U.S. Department of Defense Clinical Practice Guideline for the Primary Care Management of Chronic Kidney Disease

Abstract: DESCRIPTION: Management of chronic kidney disease (CKD) has been rapidly evolving, now involving many interventions that can be managed in the primary care setting. In …

Tobacco cessation prescription rates among Veterans living with human immunodeficiency virus who smoke

Abstract: Introduction: Cigarette smoking remains the leading preventable cause of death in the United States, with prevalence remaining dangerously high in at-risk groups, …

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. …

Alcohol use disorder among U.S. Veterans Veterans' issues in focus

Abstract: Key Takeaways: Excessive drinking is a leading factor in preventable deaths among U.S. veterans and is associated with higher health care usage. In 2023, 55 percent of …

Treatment patterns and healthcare resource use among Veterans initiating medication for incident moderate-to-severe alcohol use disorder

Abstract: Background and Objectives: Several medications for alcohol use disorder (MAUDs) are recommended to treat alcohol use disorder (AUD) in the Veterans Affairs (VA) …

Combining machine learning and comparative effectiveness methodology to study primary care pharmacotherapy pathways for Veterans with depression

Abstract: OBJECTIVES: To demonstrate an innovative method combining machine learning with comparative effectiveness research techniques and to investigate a hitherto unstudied …

Cognitive behavioral therapy alone or in combination with eszopiclone in comorbid insomnia and obstructive sleep apnea in Veterans with posttraumatic stress disorder: A randomized trial

Abstract: We sought to assess the augmentation of brief behavioral therapy for insomnia (BBTI) with eszopiclone (ESZ) over BBTI alone for the treatment of chronic insomnia on sleep …

Determinants of treatment response to cognitive behavioral therapy in Veterans presenting with comorbid insomnia and sleep apnea

Abstract: Purpose: Although cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBT-I) is considered the preferred treatment for insomnia in patients with comorbid insomnia and obstructive …

Receipt of medications for alcohol use disorder in the Veterans Health Administration: Comparison of rates at the intersections of racialized and ethnic identity with both sex and transgender status

Abstract: Objectives: Medications for alcohol use disorder (MAUDs) are recommended for patients with alcohol use disorder yet are underprescribed. Consistent with Minority Stress …

A phase 3, randomized, placebo-controlled, trial to evaluate the efficacy and safety of bedtime sublingual cyclobenzaprine (TNX-102 SL) in military-related posttraumatic stress disorder

Abstract: Sleep disturbances in posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) are a potential target for improving PTSD severity with pharmacotherapy. TNX-102 SL is a bedtime sublingual …

The management of posttraumatic stress disorder and acute stress disorder: Synopsis of the 2023 U.S. department of Veterans affairs and U.S. department of defense clinical practice guideline

Abstract: DESCRIPTION: The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and Department of Defense (DoD) worked together to revise the 2017 VA/DoD Clinical Practice Guideline for the …

Medication trends in the military: A comparative analysis of prescribing patterns among service members seen by a pharmacist and implications for medical readiness

Abstract: INTRODUCTION: Medications play a critical role supporting the health of military service members. Little is known about the broad use of medications prescribed to this …