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Impact of PTSD treatment on postconcussive symptoms in Veterans: A comparison of sertraline, prolonged exposure, and their combination

Abstract: Many Veterans who served in Iraq and Afghanistan struggle with posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and the effects of traumatic brain injuries (TBI). Some people with a …

Obesity in Latinx and white U.S. military Veterans: Mental health, psychosocial burden, non-suicidal self-injury and suicidal behavior

Abstract: Obesity disproportionately affects Latinx communities and is linked to an increased risk of mental health problems. Military veterans are more likely to develop mental …

Obesity in U.S. low-income Veterans: Prevalence, clinical characteristics, and homelessness

Abstract: OBJECTIVE: Obesity is associated with lower socioeconomic status. To date, however, scarce research has examined the prevalence, comorbidity, and incremental burden of …

Clinical Relevance of Subthreshold PTSD versus Full Criteria PTSD following Traumatic Brain Injury in U.S. Service Members and Veterans

Abstract: Background: The purpose of this cross-sectional study was to examine the influence of subthreshold posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and full PTSD on quality of life …

Clinical Perspectives on Cancer and Palliative Care Access among Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander Veterans

Abstract: Outcomes: 1. Along with understanding sources for rising cancer prevalence among Veterans of Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander heritage, participants will be able to …

The Final Journey: A Model to Honor Veterans and Comfort their Families at End of Life

Abstract: 1. Describe the 6-step model on how to honor Veterans after their death on an inpatient hospice unit. 2. Recite the chaplain's military speech during the final journey. …

Suicide prevention and older adult Veterans

Abstract: The purpose of this article is to inform health-care providers about suicide prevention in older veterans. There is a higher rate of suicide in older adults. Older adults …

Longitudinal Changes in the PTSD Symptom Network Following Trauma-Focused Treatment in Military Populations: Identifying Central Symptoms and the Role of Military Sexual Trauma

Abstract: Posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a debilitating condition affecting military populations, with a higher prevalence compared to the general population. Despite the …

Addressing Veteran Health Equity Through Public-Private Partnerships

Abstract: To address social determinants of health (SDOH) disparities in long-term care (LTC), strategic public-private partnerships (P3) are utilized to enhance health equity for …

Longitudinal Oral and Fecal Microbiome Alterations in Veterans With New Antidepressant Monotherapy for Major Depressive Disorder

Abstract: Major depressive disorder (MDD) is associated with a wide range of adverse outcomes. Though antidepressants are often implemented as first-line treatments for MDD, …

A Cohort Study of Sodium-Glucose Cotransporter-2 Inhibitors After Acute Kidney Injury Among Veterans with Diabetic Kidney Disease

Abstract: Sodium-glucose cotransporter-2 inhibitors (SGLT2i) reduce the risk for several adverse outcomes among patients with diabetic kidney disease. Yet, optimal timing for …

Informed dialysis modality selection among Veterans with advanced CKD: A community-level needs assessment

Abstract: Rationale & Objective: The Advancing Americans Kidney Health Executive order has directed substantial increases in home dialysis use for incident kidney replacement …