Experiences of Veterans, caregivers, and VA home-based care providers before, during, and post-Hurricane Ian

Abstract: On 28 September 2022, Hurricane Ian pummeled parts of south Florida. Disaster and climate change research has shown that disasters exacerbate inequalities, especially …

Impulsivity and psychiatric diagnoses as mediators of suicidal ideation and suicide attempts among Veterans with traumatic brain injury

Abstract: Tweet: Negative urgency impulsivity mediates the relationship between TBI and suicidal ideation, revealing a treatment target for suicidality.

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 …

Symptom attribution and neuropsychological outcomes among treatment-seeking Veterans with a history of traumatic brain injury

Abstract: OBJECTIVE: In this cross-sectional study, the authors aimed to examine relationships between illness perception, measured as symptom attribution, and neurobehavioral and …

The military health history: An educational initiative to improve Veteran healthcare

Abstract: Introduction:As a result of the nature of military service, veterans are a unique patient population with many special health considerations. For various reasons, …

Clinical outcomes of intravenous ketamine treatment for depression in the VA Health System

Abstract: Objective/Background: Intravenous (IV) ketamine is effective for reducing symptoms of major depressive disorder in short-term clinical trials; this study characterized …

The association of Agent Orange exposure with the progression of monoclonal gammopathy of undetermined significance to multiple myeloma: A population-based study of Vietnam War Era Veterans

Abstract: Herbicide and pesticide exposure [e.g., agent orange (AO)] is associated with an increased risk of multiple myeloma (MM) due to the contaminant, …

What happens next? Maintenance of gains after discharge from VA residential PTSD treatment

Abstract: Residential posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) treatment in the Department of Veterans Affairs is helpful for many Veterans, yet the majority experience symptom rebound …

A retrospective cohort analysis of mental health-related emergency department visits among Veterans and non-Veterans residing in Ontario, Canada

Abstract: Objectives: Emergency departments (EDs) are a vital part of healthcare systems, at times acting as a gateway to community-based mental health (MH) services. This may be …

Pharmacist-driven outreach initiative to increase prescribing of sodium-glucose cotransporter-2 inhibitors in eligible VHA patients with chronic kidney disease: A study protocol

Abstract: BACKGROUND: Patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD) are at increased risk for multiple adverse events, several of which have been proven to be less likely with the use …

Is lifetime traumatic brain injury a risk factor for mild cognitive impairment in Veterans compared to non-veterans?

Abstract: Background: Traumatic brain injury (TBI) is prevalent in veterans and may occur at any stages of their life (before, during, or after military service). This is of …

Type 2 diabetes moderates the association between amyloid and 1-year change in everyday functioning in older Veterans

Abstract: BACKGROUND: Type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) affects ∼25% of Veterans, a prevalence rate double that of the general population. T2DM is associated with greater dementia …