Pregnancy outcomes of women Veterans with autoimmune disease

Abstract: Background/Objective: Women Veterans (WV) are exposed to unique risk factors for the development of autoimmune diseases (AID), which can increase risk of pregnancy …

Assessing knowledge, counseling, and referral patterns regarding fertility preservation before gonadotoxic treatments among physicians in the military health system

Abstract: Purpose: We sought to evaluate physicians' baseline knowledge of fertility preservation services available to patients with a cancer diagnosis within the military health …

Hypothalamic-pituitary-ovarian axis suppression is common among women during US Army Basic Combat Training

Abstract: Objective: Less than half of servicewomen report loss of menses during initial military training. However, self-reported menstrual status may not accurately reflect …

Abortion after pregnancy occurrence with contraceptive use among Veterans

Abstract: Objective: Many people report becoming pregnant while using contraception. Understanding more about this phenomenon may provide insight into pregnant people's responses …

Long-Term Reproductive Health Outcomes in Women Veterans Exposed to Airborne Hazards and Open Burn Pits

Abstract: To investigate airborne hazards and burn pits exposures, and recognize the impact of military exposures on long-term reproductive health outcomes among women Veterans …

Sexual and reproductive health in military settings: A qualitative study

Abstract: Mission readiness is critical to the operational success of the United States (US) military and includes having a healthy and fit fighting force. Service members and …

Chlamydial and gonococcal infections and adverse reproductive health conditions among patients assigned female at birth in the Veterans Health Administration

Abstract: BACKGROUND: Reproductive age females comprise the fastest growing segment of Veterans Health Administration patients, but little is known about rates of reproductive …

The impact of the war in Ukraine on the reproductive health of female military personnel

Abstract: Objective: To explore the link between mental health, physical well‐being, and reproductive system pathology in females who suffered war‐related concussions. Methods: …

The experience of living with polycystic ovary syndrome in the military

Abstract: INTRODUCTION: Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is the most prevalent reproductive endocrinopathy in women, ranging from 5% to 26% depending on diagnostic criteria …

Improving the Health and Readiness of Military Women

Abstract: Women comprise approximately one-fifth of the total force in the U.S. Military. Gynecologic and reproductive health issues not only affect the health and wellness of …

Racial and ethnic disparities in reproductive health outcomes among women Veterans: A research note

Abstract: There are a growing number of U. S. women veterans. The goal of this study was to examine the frequency of reproductive health conditions, as well as racial/ethnic …