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Anatomical locations of keratinocyte carcinomas among United States Veterans Affairs healthcare system patients in Minnesota: A cross-sectional study

Abstract: Previous studies have demonstrated a higher prevalence of keratinocyte carcinomas (KC) on sun‐exposed areas, particularly for squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) compared to …

Physical Health Peer reviewed

Assessment of the validity and clinical utility of AUDIT-C versus RAPS-4 alcohol screeners among active-duty US Army soldiers

Abstract: Background: High rates of alcohol-related problems have been reported among US service members (SMs). Screening questions on drinking and related behaviors can help …

Mental Health Peer reviewed

The impact of mild traumatic brain injury sustained with blast or nonblast mechanism during combat or noncombat deployment on community reintegration

Abstract: Community reintegration serves an integral role to enhance veterans' quality of life as they transition to civilian life. Unsuccessful reintegration after military …

Mental Health Peer reviewed

Exploring mental help-seeking behaviors, health, and well-being in rural Veterans with chronic health conditions: A national rural health study

Abstract: Background/Objective: Veterans in the United States have increased significantly, with a substantial proportion residing in rural areas. This study aims to examine the …

Mental Health Well-Being Peer reviewed

Predicting suicide death among Veterans after psychiatric hospitalization using transformer based models with social determinants and NLP

Abstract: Predictions of suicide death of patients discharged from psychiatric hospitals (PDPH) can guide intervention efforts including intensive post-discharge case management …

Mental Health Peer reviewed

Risk of systemic manifestations in homozygous carriers of the transthyretinV142I variant: A Million Veteran Program analysis

Abstract:Hereditary transthyretin amyloidosis is caused by pathogenic variants in the TTR gene, resulting in abnormal TTR (transthyretin) that deposits in organs. The c.424G>A …

Physical Health Peer reviewed

Emergency department utilization by Veterans for low-acuity conditions after virtual care expansion

Abstract: Importance Low-acuity conditions account for 60% of emergency department (ED) visits within the Veterans Affairs Health System (VA). The COVID-19 pandemic led to rapid …

Physical Health Peer reviewed

Factor structure and factorial invariance of scores on the PCL-5, PHQ-8, and GAD-7 across Veterans by sexual orientation and gender identity

Abstract: This study examined whether the 20-item Posttraumatic Stress Disorder Checklist (PCL-5), eight-item Patient Health Questionnaire (PHQ-8), and seven-item Generalized …

Mental Health Peer reviewed

Analysis of prediabetes in Veterans: Assessing diagnosis and population characteristics across a region of Veterans Affairs health care systems

Abstract: Background/Objectives: Currently, 873,000 patients within the VA Health Administration potentially have prediabetes, based on HbA1c. The primary objective of this …

Physical Health Peer reviewed

Extreme heat, social factors, and mortality among California Veterans with cardiometabolic disease

Abstract: Importance: There is limited research investigating associations between extreme heat events (EHEs) and adverse outcomes for veterans and high-risk veteran …

Physical Health Peer reviewed

Association between over-the-counter magnesium supplement use and health outcomes in Veterans with newly diagnosed heart failure

Abstract: Background: Individuals with heart failure (HF) are at increased risk of magnesium deficiency. Magnesium supplements are widely available and being used without clear …

Physical Health Peer reviewed

Colorectal cancer screening, incidence, and mortality among aging Veterans in the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs healthcare system by housing status

Abstract: The objectives of this study are to examine colorectal cancer (CRC) screening, incidence, and mortality among veterans 45 to 75 years who are enrolled in the U.S. …

Housing Physical Health Peer reviewed