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Biomarkers associated with depression improvement in Veterans with Gulf War illness using the low-glutamate diet

Abstract: Gulf War Illness (GWI) is a chronic multi-symptom neurological disorder affecting veterans of the Gulf War that is commonly comorbid with depression. A secondary data …

Effects of dioxin exposure on reproductive and thyroid hormone levels and male sexual function in airbase military workers in Vietnam

Abstract: Dioxins are endocrine disruptors that may disturb male sexual and reproductive function. Studies on human populations are limited, and their results are controversial. …

The association between social risks and days at home for older Veterans

Abstract: Background: Many health systems are trying to support the ability of older adults to remain in their homes for as long as possible. Little is known about the relationship …

Epigenetic link between Agent Orange exposure and type 2 diabetes in Korean Veterans

Abstract: Conflicting findings have been reported regarding the association between Agent Orange (AO) exposure and type 2 diabetes. This study aimed to examine whether AO exposure …

Associations between chronic medical conditions and persistent dietary supplement use: The US military dietary supplement use study

Abstract: This longitudinal study examined associations between chronic medical conditions (CMCs) and persistent dietary supplement (DS) use. On two separate occasions, 1.3 ± 0.2 …

Sex differences across concussion characteristics in US Service Academy cadets: A CARE Consortium study

Abstract: Objective: To describe sex differences in concussion characteristics in US Service Academy cadets. Design: Descriptive epidemiology study. Setting: Four US service …

Increasing risk of cannabis use disorder among U.S. Veterans with chronic pain: 2005-2019

Abstract: Aim: Medical cannabis use is legal in most U.S. states for chronic pain. Veterans’ Health Administration (VHA) patients are disproportionately affected by such pain and …

Greater coupling of pain intensity and opioid craving after delaying methadone dose among Veterans with opioid use disorder

Abstract: Aim: Individuals maintained on methadone commonly report greater pain between daily doses. Despite a strong theoretical link, little is known about the temporal …

Variation in psychosocial symptom change: A preliminary examination of Veterans in early medication treatment for opioid use disorder

Abstract: Aim: Risk for Medication treatment for Opioid Use Disorder (MOUD) dropout is greatest during early treatment. To optimize MOUD outcomes, it is critical to identify …

Prevalence of four types of social support and their relation to mental health among low-income US Veterans: Implications for community health

Abstract: To provide a comprehensive examination of different types of social support and associations with mental health among U.S. military veterans, a group vulnerable to …

Development and pilot administration of the amputation-related pain and sensation assessment tool

Abstract: Purpose: To develop and administer an assessment tool for facilitating patient-clinician discussions regarding amputation-related pain and sensation. Materials and …

APOE×BDNF interaction and poorer cognitive outcomes among Veterans with mild traumatic brain injury: An exploratory study

Abstract: Objective: The authors examined the interaction between apolipoprotein E (APOE) ε4 and brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF) Val66Met alleles on neuropsychological …