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Military medics express regret over UK's past treatment of LGBT+ armed forces personnel

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 …

Prevalence of chronic non-cancer pain among military Veterans: A systematic review and meta-analysis of observational studies

Abstract: INTRODUCTION: Chronic non-cancer pain is common among military veterans; however, the prevalence is uncertain. This information gap complicates policy decisions and …

History of childbirth as a potential risk factor for musculoskeletal injury in military personnel

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 …

Adverse COVID-19 outcomes in American Veterans with age-related macular degeneration: a case-control study

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 …

Assessing injury risk in male and female Royal Navy recruits: does the Functional Movement Screen provide understanding to inform effective injury mitigation?

Abstract: INTRODUCTION: Musculoskeletal injuries (MSKIs) are common during military and other occupational physical training programmes, and employers have a duty of care to …

Diet quality is associated with nutrition knowledge and physical activity in the US military Veterans enrolled in university programmes

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 …

Chronic respiratory symptoms following deployment-related occupational and environmental exposures among US veterans

Abstract: OBJECTIVES: Characterise inhalational exposures during deployment to Afghanistan and Southwest Asia and associations with postdeployment respiratory symptoms. METHODS: …

Prevalence of physical health comorbidities and long-term functional outcomes among community-reintegrated Veterans following lower limb amputation in Sri Lanka

Abstract: Lower limb amputation (LLA) poses significant health challenges, including physical health comorbidities (PHCs) and functional limitations. Military veterans, who …

Physical activity, social-communicative skills and fitness for military service

Abstract: Introduction: Research has suggested that increased difficulties in social-communicative skills are associated with release from military service. A few studies have …

Traumatic tear of the pectoralis major muscle during military parachute jumping

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 …

Evaluating the prospective utility of pharmacogenetics reporting among Canadian Armed Forces personnel receiving pharmacotherapy: A preliminary assessment towards precision psychiatric care

Abstract: Pharmacological interventions for treating posttraumatic stress disorder in Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) members and Veterans often achieve modest results. The field of …

Barriers and facilitators to implementation of musculoskeletal injury mitigation programmes for military service members around the world: a scoping review

Abstract: INTRODUCTION: Musculoskeletal injury (MSK-I) mitigation and prevention programmes (MSK-IMPPs) have been developed and implemented across militaries worldwide. Although …