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The association of agent orange (ao) exposure with monoclonal gammopathy of undetermined significance (mgus) to multiple myeloma (mm) progression: a population-based study of Vietnam War era veterans

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

Veterans employment: Identifying lessons learned from Rapid Retraining Program could benefit future efforts

Abstract: The Department of Veterans Affairs provided help for veterans who lost their jobs during the COVID-19 pandemic. The program offered a housing stipend and 12 months of …

ENHANCE Study: Improving access to evidence-based treatment for women veteran survivors of sexual trauma

The ENHANCE study by Combat Stress aimed to provide guidance on improving access to the best evidence-based treatment for women veterans who have experienced military sexual trauma …

Military housing: strengthened oversight needed to make and sustain improvements to living conditions

Abstract: Junior-enlisted service members without dependents (e.g., a spouse or child) typically live in military-managed barracks. GAO reported in September 2023 that some …

Food insecurity among Veterans: examining the discrepancy between Veteran food insecurity and use of the Supplemental Nutrition Program(SNAP)

Abstract: Food insecurity is linked to poorer physical and mental health, including an increased risk of suicide. Therefore, addressing the needs of food-insecure veterans is a …

Virtual behavioral health for Army soldiers

Abstract: Delivery of high-quality behavioral health (BH) care is essential to supporting the readiness of the U.S. armed forces and their families. The coronavirus disease 2019 …

FY2024 NDAA: Military mental health care and research provisions

Abstract: Congress authorizes, through the annual National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), Department of Defense (DOD) mental health programs and services that support …

Using quality measures and measurement-based care to improve behavioral health care for Veterans and service members

Abstract: Community-based organizations that provide behavioral health (BH) care to veterans, service members, and their families need to ensure that the care being delivered is …

Prevalence of Veteran support for extremist groups and extremist beliefs -- results from a nationally representative survey of the U.S. Veteran community

Abstract: Policymakers and researchers are increasingly concerned that the U.S. veteran community is at increased risk of radicalization to violent extremism. Although subsequently …

Measuring our communities: the state of military and Veteran families in the United States

Abstract: Over this past year, hundreds of leaders, advocates, and professionals have used the data in Measuring Communities to make a difference in the lives of military-connected …

Military barracks: poor living conditions undermine quality of life and readiness

Abstract: DOD houses hundreds of thousands of service members in military barracks. Reports of poor conditions have raised questions about DOD’s management of barracks. The Joint …

‘Where are all the women?’ Recognition and representation – UK female veterans’ experiences of support in civilian life

This report highlights the limited research and recognition of UK female veterans and their unique experiences and needs. With only 13.6% of the total veteran population being …