Susceptibility to radiation adverse effects in Veterans with Gulf War illness and healthy civilians

Abstract: We evaluated whether veterans with Gulf War illness (VGWI) report greater ionizing radiation adverse effects (RadAEs) than controls; whether radiation-sensitivity is tied …

Incidence of immune-related adverse events in US Veterans treated with immune checkpoint inhibitors

Abstract: Background: Immune checkpoint inhibitors (ICIs) are associated with potentially severe immune-related adverse events (irAEs). Emerging clinical practice reports have …

One is too many: A conceptual framework for safety planning within service delivery for Veterans and their families

Abstract: The National Confidential Inquiry into Suicide and Safety in Mental Health (NCISH 2023)1 , reported that between 2010 and 2020, there were 68,357 suicides across the …

Prevalence and risk factors of post-acute sequelae of COVID-19 among United States Veterans

Abstract: PURPOSE: To better understand Post-Acute Sequelae of COVID-19 (PASC) in the Veteran population, this study aims to determine the prevalence of PASC and identify risk …

Longitudinal health outcomes in caregivers of military members with traumatic brain injury

Abstract: PURPOSE/OBJECTIVE: To examine longitudinal change in health-related quality of life (HRQOL) in caregivers of service members/veterans with traumatic brain injury and …

Exposure to Agent Orange and hepatocellular carcinoma among US military personnel

Abstract: IMPORTANCE: Hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) and its mortality are on the rise. Viral hepatitis and alcohol are leading risk factors; however, other risk factors among …

Firearm ownership among a nationally representative sample of U.S. Veterans

Abstract: INTRODUCTION: This study aimed to identify the prevalence and correlates of firearm ownership in a large, contemporary, nationally representative sample of U.S. military …

Optimism, sociability, and the risk of future suicide attempt among U.S. Army soldiers

Abstract: INTRODUCTION: Most research on suicide attempts among U.S. service members has been focused on risk factors that occur during service. There is an important gap in our …

First unprovoked seizures among soldiers recruited to the Israeli Defense Forces during 10 consecutive years: A population-based study

Abstract: Objective: The management of patients after a first unprovoked seizure (FUS) can benefit from stratification of the average 50% risk for further seizures. We …

Association between military service and Alzheimer's disease neuropathology at autopsy

Abstract: INTRODUCTION: Anti-amyloid therapies are at the forefront of efforts to treat Alzheimer's disease (AD). Identifying amyloid risk factors may aid screening and …

Asbestos-related cancer in naval personnel: findings from participants in the British nuclear tests 1952-1967

Abstract: Asbestos-containing materials (ACM) were present in British and Australian naval vessels throughout the twentieth century. The aim of this study was to identify and …

Prevalence and risk factors of age-related macular degeneration features among pilots of the Republic of Korea Air Force

Abstract: PURPOSE: To investigate the prevalence and risk factors of age-related macular degeneration (AMD) features among pilots of Republic of Korea Air Force (ROKAF). METHODS: …