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Evaluating the effectiveness of ketamine therapy on depressive symptoms in Veterans: A program evaluation

Abstract: Background: Veterans experience disproportionately high rates of depression and comorbid PTSD, often with treatment resistance (Nitcher et al., 2019). Rapid-acting …

Examining associations between food insecurity and disordered eating in U.S. Veterans

Abstract: Food insecurity is a well-established risk factor for disordered eating behaviors in non-veterans. Because United States (U.S.) veterans are vulnerable to both food …

Intensive care unit admissions purchased or delivered by Veterans in the VA Health Care System

Abstract: Importance: The Maintaining Internal Systems and Strengthening Integrated Outside Networks (MISSION) Act expanded access to community-based health care for veterans …

Risk factors for musculoskeletal injuries in military recruits: The impact of sex, body fat percentage, and physical fitness

Abstract: INTRODUCTION: Basic military training is crucial for preparing civilians for military life. This period prepares them with physical and cognitive skills required for …

Insomnia, sleep apnea, and incidence of hypertension and cardiovascular disease among men and women US Veterans

Abstract: BACKGROUND: Comorbid insomnia and obstructive sleep apnea (COMISA) is associated with cardiovascular disease (CVD) in older adults. The associations of COMISA with …

Association of impaired medication adherence with subsequent clinical recognition of dementia or cognitive impairment in older Veterans

Abstract: PURPOSE: To examine whether lower medication adherence in individuals without documented dementia or cognitive impairment (DCI) is associated with subsequent clinically …

Associations between prior and current unhealthy alcohol use and liver morbidity risk and mortality among Veterans with a history of hepatitis C who have achieved sustained virological response

Abstract: The degree to which alcohol use is associated with the risk of all-cause mortality and hepatic decompensation after hepatitis C (HCV) diagnosis, treatment, and cure …

Mental health disorders associated with mammography receipt among women Veterans

Abstract: Background: Women experiencing mental health disorders (MHD) have shown lower preventive mammography screening rates. Studies in veterans have shown inconsistent results …

Multidimensional qualities of sleep health following serious physical combat injuries: A latent class analysis: The ADVANCE cohort study

Abstract: This paper aims to report on multidimensional qualities of sleep health using Latent Class Analysis (LCA) in the ADVANCE study: a cohort of UK Armed Forces personnel who …

Association of potential morally injurious events, moral injury and somatic symptoms of health in UK military Veterans: A cross-sectional study

Abstract:Background: Moral injury can follow exposure to three types of potentially morally injurious event (PMIE). Both PMIE exposure and moral injury are associated with poor …

Public perceptions of gambling in the UK Armed Forces: Understanding stigma via a vignette experiment

Abstract: Gambling-related harm among armed forces (AF) personnel is a growing concern, yet public perceptions remain underexplored. Anticipated public stigma (the fear of how …

Relationships between vestibular dysfunction and cognitive performance in military Veterans with mild to moderate TBI

Abstract: Objective: Vestibular dysfunction is common following mild-to-moderate traumatic brain injury (TBI) and impacts quality of life. However, little is known regarding the …