Abstract: BACKGROUND: Although combat-deployed soldiers are at high risk for developing trauma-related psychopathology, most will remain resilient for the duration and aftermath of …
Abstract: Background: Uncertainty exists regarding patient outcomes when using TNF inhibitors versus other biological and targeted synthetic disease-modifying antirheumatic drugs …
Abstract: Despite effective psychotherapy options for posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), some patients do not fully respond, and even among those reporting substantial …
Abstract: Housing instability is an important determinant of health and can lead to reduced life expectancy as well as other poor outcomes. While homelessness is often perceived as …
Abstract: Objective: The purpose of this case report is to describe the management of chronic low back pain in a Veteran with advanced testicular cancer. Clinical Features: A …
Abstract: INTRODUCTION: Lung cancer screening is underutilized, especially in rural areas where lung cancer mortality is high. Approximately 11.2% of the U.S. population over age …
Abstract: Background: Guidelines recommend timely follow-up with a cardiology specialist for patients hospitalized with heart failure (HF), but it is unknown whether the timeliness …
Abstract: Objectives: This study aimed to assess the contribution of demographics, medical history, and psychological health to pupillary light reflex (PLR) indices in Service …
Abstract: Objectives: The purpose of this study was to assess how chiropractors within the Veterans Health Administration (VHA) determine their perceived-optimal dosage (number of …
Abstract: OVERVIEW: Aviation operations require constant vigilance where personnel must perform their duties under significant physical and psychological stress. Prolonged or …
Abstract: Objectives: To understand ways in which the Personal Health Inventory (PHI), a tool to prompt reflection on what matters most and status in 8 components of health and …
Abstract: Objective: To investigate inequities in time-to physical therapy for patients with low back pain. Design: Retrospective observational study utilizing data from the …