The Defence Medical Services (DMS) has issued an apology for the historical mistreatment of LGBT+ armed service personnel by the military medical community, following a …
Abstract: INTRODUCTION: Chronic non-cancer pain is common among military veterans; however, the prevalence is uncertain. This information gap complicates policy decisions and …
Abstract:Pregnancy has a substantial impact on one’s body and subsequent life. Whether these changes increase injury risk after returning to sport or work in both short-term and …
Abstract: OBJECTIVES: Prior studies suggest that patients with age-related macular degeneration (AMD) have poorer COVID-19 outcomes. This study aims to evaluate whether AMD is …
Abstract: INTRODUCTION: Musculoskeletal injuries (MSKIs) are common during military and other occupational physical training programmes, and employers have a duty of care to …
Abstract: INTRODUCTION: Military veterans are at greater risk for chronic medical conditions, many of which are associated with greater body mass index (BMI). Detrimental changes …
Abstract: OBJECTIVES: Characterise inhalational exposures during deployment to Afghanistan and Southwest Asia and associations with postdeployment respiratory symptoms. METHODS: …
Abstract: Lower limb amputation (LLA) poses significant health challenges, including physical health comorbidities (PHCs) and functional limitations. Military veterans, who …
Abstract: Introduction: Research has suggested that increased difficulties in social-communicative skills are associated with release from military service. A few studies have …
Abstract:The ongoing conflict following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine has not only affected those directly involved but also thousands of NATO troops stationed across Europe, who …
Abstract: Pharmacological interventions for treating posttraumatic stress disorder in Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) members and Veterans often achieve modest results. The field of …
Abstract: INTRODUCTION: Musculoskeletal injury (MSK-I) mitigation and prevention programmes (MSK-IMPPs) have been developed and implemented across militaries worldwide. Although …