Use of disease modifying anti-rheumatic drugs and risk of multiple myeloma in US Veterans with rheumatoid arthritis

Abstract: Background: Biologic (b) and targeted synthetic (ts) disease-modifying anti-rheumatic drugs (DMARDs) used in the management of rheumatoid arthritis (RA) target …

"I was angry that I fell" all the way to "if I fall, I fall": A qualitative study of the spectrum of behavioral fall risk factors for Veterans with dysvascular lower-limb amputation

Abstract: PURPOSE: To explore behavioral risk factors contributing to fall and near-fall scenarios for Veterans with dysvascular lower-limb amputation. MATERIALS AND METHODS: …

Poor long-term outcomes and abnormal neurodegeneration biomarkers after military traumatic brain injury: The armed services trauma rehabilitation outcome study

Abstract: Background: Traumatic brain injury (TBI) is common in military campaigns and is a risk factor for dementia. ArmeD SerVices TrAuma and RehabilitatioN OutComE-TBI …

Psychometric assessment of scales used to evaluate sexual assault prevention programming in the United States Air Force

Abstract: Background: Preventing sexual assault in the United States (U.S.) military is essential to safeguard the overall well-being of military personnel and support the military …

The civil employment experiences of amputee veterans: The case of Turkey

Abstract: Military veterans who became disabled due to conflict-related trauma face various challenges in finding and maintaining employment in civilian life. This study aims to …

Enhancement of cirrhosis mortality prediction by including hepatic encephalopathy to MELD 3.0 in a national Veteran cohort

Abstract: Despite negative outcomes, hepatic encephalopathy (HE) is not included in the Model for End-Stage Liver Disease (MELD) scores, including MELD 3.0. In a National Veterans …

The civil employment experiences of amputee Veterans: The case of Turkey

Abstract: Military veterans who became disabled due to conflict-related trauma face various challenges in finding and maintaining employment in civilian life. This study aims to …

A network analysis of clinician-rated posttraumatic stress disorder and substance use disorder symptom clusters in a sample of Veterans seeking outpatient treatment

Abstract: The presentation of comorbid post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and substance use disorder (SUD) differs by substance type. The current study applied network analysis …

A cross-sectional study exploring the role of social isolation in the relationship between food insecurity, depressive symptoms, and resource use among midwestern rural Veterans in the U.S.

Abstract: Background/Objectives: The study's objective was to determine whether social isolation serves as a mediator in the cross-sectional relationship between food insecurity, …

Biomarkers of long-term consequences of traumatic brain injuries sustained during military service

Abstract: This study investigates the long-term neuropsychiatric impacts of combat-associated traumatic brain injuries (TBI) in British veterans, using data from the ADVANCE-TBI …

Examining the influence of omega-3 fatty acids on performance, recovery, and injury management for health optimization: A systematic review focused on military service members

Abstract: Background/Objectives:Omega-3 fatty acids (n-3), recognized for their anti-inflammatory and brain health benefits, are being studied to enhance cognitive function, aid …

Feasibility of a virtual adaptation of a yoga intervention for Veterans with chronic pain and posttraumatic stress disorder

Abstract: Purpose/Objective: This study assessed the feasibility and acceptability of a yoga intervention for veterans with comorbid posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and …