The impact of modern warfare on the nature of spinal injuries in combat trauma: A retrospective cohort study

Abstract: STUDY DESIGN: Nationwide retrospective cohort study. OBJECTIVE: To determine the incidence and epidemiology of combat-related spinal injuries during the Israel-Hamas war. …

Barriers to screening, diagnosis, and prevention of cardiovascular disease in women Veterans

Abstract: Introduction: Veterans are known to be at high risk for cardiovascular disease. Women veterans are not only a part of this specialty group, but as they are women—they …

Brain activation during suicide-specific cognition in trauma-exposed Veterans

Abstract: INTRODUCTION: The suicide Implicit Association Test (S-IAT) captures the strength of the implicit identification between self and death and is one of the few …

Counseling and other factors associated with contraceptive use among active duty US military servicewomen

Abstract: Objectives Contraceptive prescriptions among U.S. service women rose to 68.7% between 2008 and 2013, which was higher than that seen nationally among women between 2017 …

Loss of PTSD diagnosis in response to evidence-based treatments: A systematic review and meta-analysis

Abstract: IMPORTANCE: In recent decades, evidence-based psychotherapies to treat posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) have been developed with robust evidence bases. However, …

An analysis of research trends on sleep hygiene in soldiers using a scoping review

Abstract: INTRODUCTION: Soldiers often experience poor sleep quality and insufficient sleep, exacerbated by deployments, which significantly impact on their mental and physical …

Experiences with VA-purchased community care for US Veterans with mental health conditions

Abstract:Importance: Veterans with mental health conditions (MHC) face unique challenges obtaining high-quality, coordinated health care. With a growing number of veterans …

A dyad approach to understanding intimate partner and family distress as risk factors for poor warfighter brain health following mild traumatic brain injury in military couples

Abstract: OBJECTIVE: Using a dyadic approach with military couples, the current study examined family risk factors for chronic neurobehavioral symptoms in service members and …

Characteristics of Veterans' last clinical contact before suicide attempt or death

Abstract: INTRODUCTION: Death by suicide remains a critical public health issue and leading preventable cause of death in the United States, particularly among Veterans. Notably, …

Military sexual trauma's association with lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS) and fecal incontinence (FI) among US female Veterans

Abstract: Importance: Military Sexual Trauma (MST) affects a large number of female veterans and is associated with various adverse physical and mental health conditions. Sexual …

The impact of chiropractic care on opioid prescriptions in Veterans Health Administration patients receiving low back pain care

Abstract:Background: Key nonpharmacologic therapies, including those routinely provided by chiropractors, are recommended first-line treatments for low back pain (LBP). Little is …

The use of complementary health approaches among U.S. Veterans from 2002 to 2022: A prevalence and sex-stratified analysis

Abstract: The article examines the use of Complementary Health Approaches (CHA) among U.S. veterans from 2002 to 2022, with a focus on prevalence and sex-stratified analysis. The …