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LGBTQ+ Veterans report greater subjective cognitive impairment and risk factors for Alzheimer's disease and related dementias

Abstract: Background: Alzheimer's disease and related dementias (ADRD) among the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, and/or additional marginalized sexual/gender identities …

Shoulder instability in the U.S. military: A systematic review of epidemiology, operative management, and outcomes

Abstract: Background: Shoulder instability imposes a substantial burden in U.S. military populations, yet epidemiology and outcomes reporting is heterogeneous. This study aims to …

Perceived importance of obstetric quality measures to Veterans receiving community-based obstetric care

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 …

Alcohol use and binge drinking among US college students by military Veteran status: Findings from the Healthy Minds study, 2021-2022

Abstract: Objective: We examined current alcohol use and binge drinking among college students, by Veteran status. Participants: Students that completed the 2021-2022 Healthy Minds …

Age-specific mental health profiles of combat Veterans: Post-traumatic stress disorder and related disorders

Abstract: The aim of this study was to examine how current age group (18-30, 31-50, 50 + years) is associated with PTSD symptoms, chronicity and social adaptation among US combat …

Veterans with service, emotional support, and companion dogs: Examining the relationship between demographics, health characteristics, and intensity of human–dog relationships

Abstract: Dog ownership may be an effective nonpharmacological, rehabilitative approach to improve veterans’ mental health and well-being. For three functional types of …

Help and support for gambling harm among United Kingdom Armed Forces personnel: A mixed-methods study

Abstract: To explore the accessibility of mental health and gambling related support within the United Kingdom (UK) Armed Forces and investigate potential barriers to engagement. …

Identification and management of incidental findings in a Veteran's lung cancer screening program

Abstract:Background: Incidental findings (IFs) are common on low dose CT obtained during lung cancer screening (LCS). The identification and management of clinically significant …

Telemental healthcare and HIV care: A national study of US Veterans with HIV during COVID-19

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 …

Factors contributing to COVID-19 vaccine hesitancy in Veterans later in the pandemic

Abstract:Background: Vaccine hesitancy remains a significant public health concern despite the widespread availability of vaccines. Little is known about factors influencing …

Treatment adherence and suicide risk in Veterans: Healthy behaviors and social connections as explanatory mechanisms

Abstract: Health dysfunction and poor interpersonal connectedness are consistent risk factors for veteran suicide; however, to the extent that veterans adhere to treatment …

Health-related social needs and outpatient and emergency department use among US women Veterans: NHIS 2015–2018

Abstract:Background: Women Veterans are a rapidly growing population for whom health-related social needs (HRSNs) may influence their health care use within Veterans Health …