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Active case finding for tuberculosis among Ukrainian soldiers by German armed forces

Abstract: Tuberculosis (TB) remains a public health threat in Ukraine, with 20 991 persons with TB reported in 2023, and an estimated incidence of 112 per 100 000 persons. …

From acute injury to chronic comorbidity: Interrupted time series modeling of traumatic brain injury impact among post-9/11 Veterans

Abstract:Traumatic brain injury (TBI) is associated with a variety of adverse health outcomes that display complex behavior over time. The objective of this study was to …

Text messaging and video stories to support hypertension self-management in black Veterans: A randomized clinical trial

Abstract: Importance: Hypertension treatment advances have resulted in improvements in blood pressure control and self-management. Yet, disparities persist for Black veterans. …

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 …

New methodology to improve tracking of Veteran overdose deaths and characterization of a population of Veteran overdose decedents in San Diego County

Abstract: Background: National trends indicate that drug-related deaths among Veterans have been increasing from 2010 to 2019. The present study involves a recent analysis of drug …

Association of menopausal hormone therapy with incident cardiovascular disease in women Veterans

Abstract: Aims: The impact of menopausal hormone therapy (HT), and its timing on cardiovascular disease (CVD) remains controversial in women. The aim of the study is to examine the …

Lifetime sexual revictimization in military populations: A scoping review

Abstract: There are multiple patterns of sexual revictimization specific to individuals who serve in the military, and each pattern may be associated with unique risk factors and …

Disability status, employment, and access to vocational rehabilitation services among rural Veterans with physical and mental health conditions

Abstract: Background: Veterans living in rural settings, especially those with chronic conditions, face unique challenges in accessing employment opportunities. Objective: This …

Sleep during and following military deployment: A scoping review

Abstract: Sleep loss, ubiquitous in the military and especially severe during combat deployments, constitutes a threat to the health and effectiveness of service members (SMs). …

Operative and rehabilitation outcomes after transfemoral amputation with or without adductor myodesis

Abstract: BACKGROUND: Transfemoral amputation (TFA) often results in poor functional outcomes, including low ambulation rates and prosthetic use. Myodesis is a surgical adjunct to …

Abiraterone vs enzalutamide among US Veterans with metastatic hormone-sensitive prostate cancer

Abstract: Importance: The choice of first line hormonal therapy in metastatic hormone-sensitive prostate cancer (mHSPC) is often based on comorbidities or physician preference due …

Coping, civilian transition, and gambling harm severity in UK Armed Forces Veterans

Abstract: Veterans are prone to experiencing both mental health challenges and harm from gambling, yet little is known about the psychosocial factors that may increase risk. This …