Assessing the link between bible reading and flourishing among military families: Preliminary findings

Abstract: This study examines whether participating in a Bible reading program for military families (called "Hero Squad") is positively related to overall human flourishing among …

Mental and physical health conditions among U.S. Veterans with cannabis use and cannabis Use disorders

Abstract: Veterans are a large population that is disproportionately affected by various physical and mental health conditions. The primary aim of this review is to provide a …

Lightning in Brunei: a follow-up of a single strike affecting 29 serving personnel of the Royal Gurkha Rifles

Abstract: On 25 August 2020, 29 British Forces Brunei (BFB) service personnel were hospitalised after being struck by lightning during a company-level training exercise in the …

Military service and health outcomes of the elderly in China

Abstract: This article investigated the effects and mechanisms of military service on health outcomes of Chinese elderly men aged 60 and older. While numerous studies explored the …

Comparing mental and physical health of U.S. veterans by VA healthcare use: implications for generalizability of research in the VA electronic health records

Abstract: The Department of Veterans Affairs’ (VA) electronic health records (EHR) offer a rich source of big data to study medical and health care questions, but patient …

Improving Veterans MSK Rehabilitation Final Report

Summary: Musculoskeletal conditions are the most common medical reason for discharge from the armed forces. Many of the injuries sustained in combat can result in loss of limbs …

A moderated-mediation analysis of pathways in the association between Veterans' health and their spouse's relationship satisfaction: the importance of social support.

Abstract: Introduction: Military personnel and Veterans are at increased risk of mental and physical health conditions, which can impact their families. Spouses often perform a …

Trends in Scottish Veterans' Health

Abstract: This study from the University of Glasgow, compared the medical record of 78,000 veterans in Scotland with over 250,000 non-veterans, looking at trends in their long-term …

Paradoxical age-related improvement in mental health in U.S. military Veterans: Results from the national health and resilience in Veterans study

Abstract: To determine whether a seemingly "paradoxical" trend whereby mental health improves as a function of age despite declining physical and cognitive health occurs in U.S. …

Associations between Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, Quality of Life and Alcohol Misuse among UK Veterans

Abstact: Prior research has shown that those with Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) have persistent reductions in quality of life (QoL), and higher rates of alcohol misuse. As …

Frequency, Demographics, Comorbidities, and Health Care Utilization by Veterans With Migraine: A VA Nationwide Cohort Study

Abstract: Objective: To describe the relative frequency, demographics, comorbidities, and healthcare utilization of veterans who receive migraine care at the Veteran’s Health …

Soldiering On

Summary: Military veterans often have very specific needs, which are easily missed. This commentary summarises and accreditation scheme for GP practices which seeks to boost …