Exploring sex differences in irritable bowel syndrome prevalence, environmental risk, and comorbidities: A population-based cohort study of Veterans

Abstract: INTRODUCTION: Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a chronic gastrointestinal pain condition that has not been thoroughly studied in relation to environmental exposures and …

Association between herpes zoster and risk of incident fragility fractures in US Veterans: A matched cohort study

Abstract: Background: Herpes zoster (HZ) and fragility fractures typically affect older adults and present major burdens to healthcare systems. While HZ is associated with an …

Can an innovative physical therapy program improve executive function? A study among Veterans with slow gait speed

Abstract: The article focuses on a study evaluating the effectiveness of the Live Long Walk Strong (LLWS) physical therapy program in improving executive function among veterans …

Follow-up survey response in relation to military deployments

Abstract: Introduction: The longitudinal study of service members is necessary to assess the unique occupational exposures and experiences that may affect long-term health and …

Propensity of US military personnel to seek mental health care when community psychiatric capacity changes

Abstract: Importance: Understanding how the active duty military population's mental health care use is associated with local military and civilian psychiatrist capacity is …

Impact of covid-19 on stimulant use disorder treatment: a national cohort study in the veterans health administration

Abstract: Rates of stimulant overdose have increased dramatically, which may have been exacerbated by treatment disruptions during the pandemic, but no recent studies have examined …

Late mortality after covid-19 infection among US veterans vs risk-matched comparators: a 2-year cohort analysis

Abstract: Importance: Despite growing evidence of persistent problems after acute COVID-19, how long the excess mortality risk associated with COVID-19 persists is unknown. …

Association of dietary fatty acids with the risk of atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease in a prospective cohort of United States veterans

Abstract: Background: Atherosclerotic cardiovascular diseases (ASCVDs) are the leading cause of worldwide adult mortality. Although broad classes of dietary fats have been shown to …

Postpartum long-acting reversible contraceptive use among active-duty, female US Army soldiers

Abstract: Background: Postpartum use of long-acting reversible contraception has been found to be effective at increasing interpregnancy intervals, reducing unintended pregnancies, …

Associations between social risks and primary care utilization among medically complex Veterans

Abstract: Background: Social risks contribute to poor health outcomes, especially for patients with complex medical needs. These same risks may impact access to primary care …

Cardiorespiratory fitness and risk of alzheimer's disease and related dementias among American veterans

Abstract: Introduction: Cardiorespiratory fitness (CRF) is associated with improved health and survival. Less is known about its association with Alzheimer's disease and related …

Non-ventilator associated hospital acquired pneumonia (NV-HAP) risk among hospitalized veterans before and during the covid-19 pandemic

Abstract: Background: Among hospitalized US Veterans, the rate of non-ventilator associated hospital acquired pneumonia (NV-HAP) decreased between 2015 and 2020 then increased …