Military-Related Exposures, Social Determinants of Health, and Dysbiosis: The United States-Veteran Microbiome Project (US-VMP)

Abstract: Significant effort has been put forth to increase understanding regarding the role of the human microbiome in health- and disease-related processes. In turn, the United …

What Are Effective Psychological Interventions for Veterans With Sleep Disturbances? A Rapid Evidence Assessment

Abstract: Background: Insomnia and related sleep disturbances commonly occur in veterans, with prevalence rates as high as 90% reported in some studies. Military-specific factors …

SO4-6 Panel Discussion and Summing-Up: Opportunities for Epidemiology in Studying the Transition from Military to Civilian Life

Abstract: This paper details a panel discussion exploring the military veteran within the civilian population. Many myths have grown up surrounding the figure of the military …

The Psychological Effects of Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs) on UK Military Personnel in Afghanistan

Abstract: To explore the psychological consequences of improvised explosive device (IED) exposure as IEDs have been the greatest threat to UK military personnel in Afghanistan …

Screening for vulnerability to psychological disorders in the military: an historical survey

Abstract: Objectives: To evaluate attempts in the military to screen for vulnerability to psychological disorders from World War I to the present. Methods: An extensive literature …