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Environmental and occupational risks to reproductive health in women service members and Veterans

Abstract: Women have played a vital role in the U.S. military for decades, with their presence steadily increasing. However, despite this growth, research on the unique …

Establishing community partnerships to maintain social connection and healthcare access during an emergency declaration: Virtual Veterans socials

Abstract: This community case study reflects the transition of a community-based social intervention at a Veterans Affairs (VA) Medical Center in the northeastern United States …

Families served during the first decade of the Supportive Services for Veteran Families program: A descriptive analysis

Abstract: Homelessness impacts entire families, with potential intergenerational consequences. Addressing family homelessness provides both immediate relief and long-term societal …

Housing status, mental health, and help-seeking among American Indian and Alaska Native Veterans in the Midwest

Abstract: OBJECTIVE: This study aims to examine mental health and help-seeking behaviors among homeless and unstably housed (HUH) and stably housed (SH) American Indian and Alaska …

The prevalence and long-term effects of PTSD and moral injury in Swedish military Veterans

Abstract: Introduction: In the context of international military operations, officers and soldiers are exposed to various service-related stressors that may have long-lasting …

Fallout: the psychosocial harms of negative military discharge experiences

Abstract: Military discharge marks a pivotal life transition, often resulting in loss of identity, purpose, and belonging. Negative discharge experiences are further associated …

Real-time monitoring of military health and readiness: A perspective on future research

Abstract: Military personnel face significant physical and mental demands, making continuous physiological monitoring essential for understanding health status, managing long-term …

The acceptability, feasibility, and usability of a virtual reality pain education and rehabilitation program for Veterans: A mixed-methods study

Abstract: Introduction: Persistent pain is a leading cause of medical discharges for Veterans. Pain science education (PSE) aims to better people's understanding about pain and is …

Understanding Ukrainian military chaplains as defenders of the human soul

Abstract: The aim of this article was to explore the stresses of war on the human soul, utilizing empirical research on the experiences and contributions of military chaplains …

Supporting a lifetime of fitness for the military Veteran athlete: A narrative review

Abstract: The military veteran starts their career at peak physical fitness. Once injured or retired, physical activity for the veteran is integral to rehabilitation, recovery, and …

Socioecological drivers of burnout - a mixed methods study of military health providers

Abstract: Introduction: Health provider burnout is highly prevalent (28-51%) in the US and may contribute to a projected national health provider shortage by 2030. The …

Implementation of a mobile prosthetic and orthotic care program in the VA; a qualitative study of implementation challenges and associated strategies for improvement

Abstract: Introduction: Anticipating and addressing implementation challenges is critical to ensuring success of mobile healthcare programs. Mobile Prosthetic and Orthotic (O&P) …