Abstract: From July 2024 through June 2025, a total of 806 members of the active (n=702) and reserve (n=104) components of the U.S. Armed Forces had at least 1 cold weather injury. …
Abstract: Mental health disorders have long been recognized as a problem in a wide range of domains, including the military, resulting in significant impacts on general morbidity, …
Abstract: BACKGROUND: In 2023, the Virtual Integrated Services Network (VISN) 20 of the United States (US) Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) ranked last out of 18 regions in the …
Abstract: INTRODUCTION: Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a chronic gastrointestinal pain condition that has not been thoroughly studied in relation to environmental exposures and …
Abstract: The U.S. health insurance system is composed of a variety of insurance and care coverage types with different eligibility requirements, coverage rules, and costs. U.S. …
Abstract: Veteran suicide remains a critical issue in the United States, claiming more than 6,000 lives annually. The suicide rate among veterans exceeds that of nonveterans and …
Abstract: Exertional hyponatremia, or hyponatremia associated with exercise, occurs within 24 hours after physical activity due to a serum, plasma, or blood sodium concentration …
Abstract: Exertional rhabdomyolysis is a pathologic muscle breakdown associated with strenuous physical activity. A largely preventable condition, it persists as an occupational …
Abstract: Importance: Cancer is a leading cause of death among older people experiencing homelessness. However, the association of housing status with cancer outcomes is not well …
Abstract: This study compared patient satisfaction with quality of care received in US Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) hospitals and non-VA hospitals. Out of the 137 VA …
Abstract: PURPOSE: This paper investigates the association between self-reported perceived health status and doctor-informed medical conditions among US active duty service members …