Exploring trends in brain fog and quality of life outcomes in Veterans with pain symptoms: A cross-sectional study

Abstract: Introduction: Brain fog may decrease quality of life (QOL) in Veterans with pain by reducing cognitive capacity and functional engagement. Veterans with higher pain …

The silent service: Identifying under-recognized young military caregivers

Abstract: Introduction: Recognizing and supporting family caregivers is critical to the Department of Veteran Affairs mission to support Veterans health and reduce the risk of …

Biological markers of brain network connectivity and pain sensitivity distinguish low coping from high coping Veterans with persistent post-traumatic headache

Abstract: Headache is the most common pain complaint following mild traumatic brain injury. Roughly half of those with persistent post-traumatic headache (PPTH) also report neck …

Whole health implementation lessons from the Veterans Health Administration, United States of America

Abstract: The article discusses whole health implementation lessons from the U.S. Veterans Health Administration. Topics include foundational elements for effective whole health …

Measuring life skills among Veterans: A systematic review of published instruments

Abstract:Introduction: Supporting the well-being of Canadian Veterans is a key policy objective of Veterans Affairs Canada, which led to the development of a seven-domain …

Mental health diseases are associated with active hepatitis C and partly drive HCC trends in Veterans

Abstract: BACKGROUND AND AIMS: Hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) incidence is on the rise. While biological factors have been studied extensively, how Mental Health Diseases (MHD) …

Effect of yoga regimen on the lung capacity of defence personnel deployed at high altitude area

Abstract: Background: High-altitude survival is difficult due to low oxygen levels. Good lung function and oxygen saturation are essential for optimum health. India's northern …

Characteristics of women Veterans with incident breast and gynecologic cancers in the Veterans Health Administration

Abstract: Background: There is an increase in breast and gynecologic cancer cases treated within Veterans Health Administration (VHA). Objectives: To describe the age and race of …

Veteran voices on the MISSION act: Satisfaction and care preferences following community referral for structural heart disease care

Abstract: BACKGROUND: The MISSION Act of 2018 expanded veterans' access to necessary care at non-Veterans Affairs (VA) facilities. The policy is intended to improve access to …

Impact evaluation after implementing a co-designed point-of-care ultrasound program at a Veterans Affairs emergency department

Abstract: Introduction/Purpose: Point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS) is an important diagnostic bedside tool, yet a gap remains between Emergency Department (ED) POCUS programme …

Incidence and prevalence of polycystic ovary syndrome in United States military active-duty service members

Abstract:Background: Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a chronic medical condition characterized by ovulatory dysfunction, hyperandrogenism, and/or polycystic ovary morphology. …

Shielded by strength: How character strengths buffer the link between Veteran status and homelessness in a national sample

Abstract: The current study examined the potential moderating role of character strengths on the relationship between Veteran status and homelessness. The study data was extracted …