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Financial barriers and facilitators to secure firearm and medication storage among Veterans with elevated suicide risk: A qualitative study

Abstract: Objective: To explore financial barriers and facilitators to promoting secure firearm and medication storage among patients at risk for suicide. Methods: Veterans seeking …

Prevalence of sexually transmitted infections in women of the Czech Republic Armed Forces: A cross-sectional pilot study

Abstract: Introduction: Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) are an everlasting health issue globally. The military environment is recognised as a high-risk setting. Human …

Treatment of ear trauma within the Ukrainian military: Organisational requirements and implementation of a three-stage regimen

Abstract:The war taking place on Ukrainian territory is embedded with an existing military and civilian medical structure which has been rapidly reorganised to meet wartime …

Impact of COVID-19 on the Veteran Population: Evidence from the Trends in Scottish Veterans Health Study

Abstract: Introduction: There have been few epidemiological studies on the impact of the SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) pandemic on the veteran population, other than on specific aspects …

Patterns of anatomical injury and anaesthesia procedures in wounded Ukrainian soldiers from anti-terrorist operation/operation joint forces: 2014–2021

Abstract: Introduction: The study aims to analyse the causes and anatomical patterns of explosive and gunshot wounds in Ukrainian soldiers acquired during the Anti-Terrorist …

Hospitalisations for heart failure: increased palliative care referrals − a Veterans Affairs hospital initiative

Abstract: Objectives: Heart failure (HF) portends significant morbidity and mortality. Integrating palliative care (PC) with HF management improves quality of life and preparedness …

Postsurgical Opioid Prescribing Among Veterans Using Community Care for Orthopedic Surgery at Non-VA Hospitals Compared to a VA Hospital with a Transitional Pain Service: A Retrospective Cohort Study

Abstract: Background: The USA provides medical services to its military veterans through Veterans Health Administration (VHA) medical centers. Passage of recent legislation has …

Super boots' for soldiers: Theoretical ergogenic and chemoprotective benefits of energetically optimised military combat boots

Abstract: Soldiers typically perform physically demanding tasks while wearing military uniforms and tactical footwear. New research has revealed a substantial increase of ~10% in …

Effect of Active-Duty Military Service on Neonatal Birth Outcomes: A Systematic Review

Abstract: Introduction: Increasing numbers of women serve in the armed forces in countries worldwide. Stress experienced during pregnancy is associated with adverse birth outcomes …

Abortion Rates in UK Servicewomen

Abstract: The increasing presence of women in the UK armed forces highlights the need for focused attention on their reproductive healthcare needs. Despite representing a growing …

Military service and health-related quality of life among gay and bisexual prostate cancer survivors: Results from the Restore -2 study

Abstract: INTRODUCTION: There are notable disparities in health-related quality of life (HRQOL) between gay and bisexual men (GBM) and heterosexual patients with prostate cancer …

‘One is too many’ preventing self-harm and suicide in military Veterans: A quantitative evaluation

Abstract: Introduction In 2021, the Armed Forces Covenant Fund Trust allocated over £2 million to programmes designed to have a clear and demonstrable impact on suicide …