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Transport and retention characteristics of floating debris in the Han River Estuary

Abstract: The Han River estuary is subject to strong tidal transformations due to its complex topography and shallow depth, making it a potential hotspot for the retention of …

Drivers of HPV vaccination rates among adolescent dependents in the military health system

Abstract: Background: Human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination prevents several forms of cancer. HPV vaccination is inconsistent and little is known about rates of HPV vaccination …

A prospective study of pre-trauma fear learning and extinction as risk factors for posttraumatic stress disorder

Abstract: Identifying risk for developing trauma-related disorders is a critical step in future prevention and intervention strategies. Impairments in inhibition of learned fear, …

Whole exome sequencing analysis of suicidal thoughts and behaviors in a Veteran cohort implicates inflammatory pathways and genes previously associated with psychiatric and neurodegenerative diseases

Abstract: BACKGROUND: Suicide is a leading cause of death among younger veterans; however, the genetic basis of suicide remains largely unknown. While prior genome-wide association …

Updated nonresponse adjustment for the Department of Veterans Affairs bereaved family survey performance measure

Abstract: Declining response rates pose a threat to the validity of large surveys designed to measure quality of care. For over a decade, the Department of Veterans Affairs has …

Naloxone outreach to Veterans experiencing homelessness at CTRS tiny shelters

Abstract: In response to the increase in opioid-related deaths among veterans experiencing homelessness (VEH), we identified the urgent need to prevent opioid overdose. We …

Exploring the impact of a single-session health-focused intervention on active-duty military personnel

Abstract: Active-duty military personnel often face significant mental health challenges, including high rates of anxiety, depression, and substance abuse. Despite the clear need …

Supporting the PACT Act: Top cancers diagnosed in young Veterans who deployed to Iraq and Afghanistan

Abstract: Introduction In 2022, the PACT Act expanded Veterans Affairs healthcare benefits for Veterans with cancers related to toxic exposures encountered during their military …

Supporting the PACT Act: Top cancers diagnosed in young Veterans who deployed to Iraq and Afghanistan

Abstract: Introduction: In 2022, the PACT Act expanded Veterans Affairs healthcare benefits for Veterans with cancers related to toxic exposures encountered during their military …

Actual concordance between Veterans with Gulf War Illness and their providers’ illness perceptions is not related to patient satisfaction nor treatment adherence

Abstract: Objective: Patients with persistent physical symptom (PPS) conditions, such as Gulf War Illness (GWI), report disagreement or “non-concordance” with their providers …

Outcomes from a posttraumatic growth-oriented program among Veterans: A quasi-experimental retrospective study

Abstract: Objective: The present study is a retrospective quasi-experimental study to evaluate the effectiveness of the Warrior PATHH (WP) program at improving posttraumatic growth …

Psychological resilience in trench warfare: Leveraging mental health frameworks for Ukrainian soldiers

Abstract: The ongoing Russia-Ukraine War has highlighted the profound psychological toll of asymmetrical and hybrid warfare on military personnel, underscoring the need for …