A meta-analytic review of group interventions for Veteran-civilian transition

Abstract:Transitioning from military-to-civilian [MCT] can produce additional stress on veterans and challenge them socially, emotionally, and occupationally. Group and …

Learning how preoperative communication relates to postoperative experiences for older Veterans having inguinal hernia surgery

Abstract: Background: For older adults to decide whether inguinal hernia repair will meaningfully improve their lives, it is critical to (1) understand how the operation affects …

Colorectal cancer screening, incidence, and mortality among aging Veterans in the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs healthcare system by housing status

Abstract: The objectives of this study are to examine colorectal cancer (CRC) screening, incidence, and mortality among veterans 45 to 75 years who are enrolled in the U.S. …

A psychometric evaluation of the coping self-efficacy scale among LGBTQ plus Veterans

Abstract: Due to unique stressors faced by LGBTQ+ Veterans, it is important to understand how existing strengths, like coping self-efficacy, can be leveraged for health promotion …

The impact of repetitive exposure to low-level blast on neurocognitive function in Canadian Armed Forces’ breachers, snipers, and military controls

Abstract: Objective: The primary aim of this study was to evaluate whether military occupations with repetitive exposure to low-level blast (i.e., breachers and snipers) display …

Sexual health assessments, testing, and pre-exposure prophylaxis referrals among Veterans with a sexually transmitted infection

Abstract: Objective: Describe sexual history completion among U.S. Veterans with a sexually transmitted infection (STI) and its association with number of ordered STI laboratory …

U.S. military Veteran perspectives on barriers and facilitators to medication treatment for opioid use disorder

Abstract:Background: Opioid Use Disorder (OUD) is a significant public health concern for approximately 60,000 Unites States (U.S.) military veterans and retention is challenging …

Veteran experiences and satisfaction with Veterans Affairs call centers' tele-triage and virtual urgent care appointments: Qualitative evaluation

Abstract: BACKGROUND: Virtual health care models that incorporate registered nurse triage with rapid access to same-day virtual visits with clinicians represent a growing …

Characterization of Veterans who contact the national call center for homeless Veterans

Abstract: The National Call Center for Homeless Veterans (NCCHV) is available 24 hours/7 days a week to connect Veterans experiencing homelessness or risk with information, …

Pre-treatment resilience as a predictor of Veterans' post-traumatic stress disorder symptom outcomes immediately and up to 12-months following intensive cognitive processing therapy

Abstract: OBJECTIVE: Resilience is associated with lower post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) severity and may play a beneficial role in PTSD treatment. The present study explored …

A preliminary evaluation of the effectiveness of massed delivery of PTSD psychotherapy in VA residential treatment

Abstract: Massed (≥ 3 times a week) delivery of psychotherapy for posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) has emerged as an alternative to traditional "spaced" (weekly/bi-weekly) …

Regression rate of basal cell carcinoma in a Veteran population: A study of 317 cases at the Kansas City Veterans Affairs Medical Center

Abstract: OBJECTIVE: This study aims to assess the regression rate of basal cell carcinoma (BCC) in excision specimens following diagnostic biopsies obtained from patients in a …