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A dyad approach to understanding intimate partner and family distress as risk factors for poor warfighter brain health following mild traumatic brain injury in military couples

Abstract: OBJECTIVE: Using a dyadic approach with military couples, the current study examined family risk factors for chronic neurobehavioral symptoms in service members and …

Sodium-glucose cotransporter-2 inhibitor therapy and longitudinal changes in kidney function among Veterans with autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease

Abstract: Background: Sodium-glucose cotransporter-2 inhibitors (SGLT2is) are a pillar of kidney disease therapy, but their efficacy remains unknown in autosomal dominant …

Effectiveness of Army military-civilian trauma team training in generating surgical readiness

Abstract: BACKGROUND: The Military Health System uses a readiness program that identifies the knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) necessary for surgeons to provide combat …

Loneliness among US Veterans with problematic substance use: Results from the National Health and Resilience in Veterans Study

Abstract: OBJECTIVES: Loneliness is a pervasive public health problem, especially among individuals with problematic substance use (PSU). To date, however, scarce research has …

Posttraumatic stress disorder, obesity, and epigenetic aging: A replication study in 1828 Veterans

Abstract: OBJECTIVE: Posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is associated with poor health, and prior research suggests that accelerated epigenetic aging could help explain this …

Chronic condition burden by Veteran status, Veterans Health Administration enrollment, and age using nationally representative survey data

Abstract: Background: Historically, US Veterans have reported higher chronic disease burden than non-Veterans. However, whether Veteran and Veterans Affairs (VA) coverage status …

Non-battle injuries in military settings: Impacts on health-related quality of life and service capability

Abstract: BACKGROUND: Non-battle injuries significantly impact military readiness and individuals' quality of life, yet research on their effects on soldiers remains inadequate. …

Sleep is not getting the attention it deserves: A qualitative study of patient and provider views on sleep management in the Veterans Health Administration

Abstract: BACKGROUND: Unique characteristics and service exposures of the post-9/11 cohort of U.S. Veterans can influence their sleep health and associated comorbidities. The …

Homelessness in female Veterans: A phenomenological study of perceived precipitating factors

Abstract: BACKGROUND: Although researchers have examined health issues among women veterans, the phenomenological study of homeless women veterans is limited. PURPOSE: A …

Minimal data elements for surveillance and reporting of musculoskeletal injuries in the MILitary (ROMMIL) international consensus statement

Abstract: INTRODUCTION: A systematic approach to collecting and reporting injury data in military settings is necessary to maximize the impact of musculoskeletal injury-related …

Combining machine learning and comparative effectiveness methodology to study primary care pharmacotherapy pathways for Veterans with depression

Abstract: OBJECTIVES: To demonstrate an innovative method combining machine learning with comparative effectiveness research techniques and to investigate a hitherto unstudied …

Quality of care in Veterans Affairs Health Care System in-person and National TeleOncology Service-delivered care

Abstract: PURPOSE: The Veterans Affairs Health Administration (VA) has experience using telehealth (TH) to deliver care to 10 million enrolled Veterans for many clinical care …