Abstract: BACKGROUND: Caregivers' self-perceived preparedness for caregiving influences care recipients' and caregivers' emotional health, and care recipients' aging in place. …
Abstract: INTRODUCTION: Chronic low back pain (cLBP) is the most prevalent chronic pain condition among veterans, contributing to disability, reduced quality of life, and opioid …
Abstract: Posttraumatic stress symptoms (PTSS) are associated with adverse relationship outcomes, including sexual satisfaction. This is particularly true for veteran samples; yet, …
Abstract: OBJECTIVES: As the US veteran population rapidly ages, the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is exploring innovative approaches to ensure veterans age at home. In 2023, …
Abstract:Background: Racial and ethnic disparities in obstetric care persist in the United States. Veterans enrolled in Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) care receive obstetric …
Abstract: People with HIV often experience mental health disorders that can hinder engagement in HIV care. Mental health symptoms can be exacerbated during disruptive events such …
Abstract:Background: Vaccine hesitancy remains a significant public health concern despite the widespread availability of vaccines. Little is known about factors influencing …
Abstract: Health dysfunction and poor interpersonal connectedness are consistent risk factors for veteran suicide; however, to the extent that veterans adhere to treatment …
Abstract:Objectives: To examine if military sexual trauma (MST) is associated with the incidence of gynecologic cancers among women Veterans who receive care in the Veterans Health …
Abstract: Migraine is a neurovascular disorder that poses a high burden to Veterans, who face a greater risk than sex-matched individuals in the general population. Genetic …
Abstract: INTRODUCTION: United States Veterans who served in Vietnam, the Korean Demilitarized Zone, or Thailand Air Force bases from 1962 to 1971 were likely exposed to Agent …
Abstract: OBJECTIVE: Although sexual minority women (SMW) veterans are disproportionately impacted by military sexual trauma and its negative consequences, little research has …