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SOD2 genetics regulating mitochondrial management of oxidative stress is tied to chemical sensitivity in Gulf War Veterans

Abstract: Multiple chemical sensitivity (MCS), though viewed by many as psychogenic, was presumptively tied to genetic variation in superoxide dismutase 2 (SOD2), involved in …

Discovery of novel ancestry specific genes for androgens and hypogonadism in Million Veteran Program men

Abstract: Given the various roles of testosterone in men’s health, we conducted a multi-ancestral genetic analysis of total testosterone, free testosterone, SHBG, and …

Multimorbidity of mental health and substance use disorders among housed and homeless U.S. Veterans

Abstract: Housing can be an important social determinant of mental health, which is why it is important to understand how mental health disorders (MHDs) and substance use disorders …

Psychiatric factors predict type 2 diabetes mellitus in US Veterans

Abstract: Co-occurrence of type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2D) and serious mental illnesses (SMI) is prevalent yet underappreciated, and significantly contributes to increased morbidity …

The Val66Met variant of brain-derived neurotrophic factor is linked to reduced telomere length in a military population: A pilot study

Abstract: In military populations, gene-environment interactions can influence performance and health outcomes. Brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF) is a central nervous system …

Utilizing machine learning to predict participant response to follow-up health surveys in the Millennium Cohort Study

Abstract: The Millennium Cohort Study is a longitudinal study which collects self-reported data from surveys to examine the long-term effects of military service. Participant …

A potential target for noninvasive neuromodulation of PTSD symptoms derived from focal brain lesions in Veterans

Abstract: Neuromodulation trials for the treatment of posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) have yielded mixed results, and the optimal neuroanatomical target remains unclear. Here …

Examining factors associated with self-reported cognitive functioning in elite military settings: Considerations of combat experiences and post-traumatic stress symptomology

Abstract: Exposure to traumatic events is associated with post-traumatic stress symptomology (PTSS) in a variety of populations. PTSS is also associated with self-reported everyday …

Bioenergetic impairment in Gulf War illness assessed via (31)P-MRS

Abstract: Time for post-exercise phosphocreatine-recovery (PCr-R), deemed a robust index of mitochondrial function in vivo, was previously reported to be elevated (signifying …

Art therapy masks reflect emotional changes in military personnel with PTSS

Abstract: Among disabling post-traumatic stress symptoms (PTSS) are irritability, aggressive behavior, distressing memories and general impaired cognition and negative mood. Art …

A multi-ancestry genetic study of pain intensity in 598,339 Veterans

Abstract: Chronic pain is a common problem, with more than one-fifth of adult Americans reporting pain daily or on most days. It adversely affects the quality of life and imposes …

Harnessing physical activity monitoring and digital biomarkers of frailty from pendant based wearables to predict chemotherapy resilience in Veterans with cancer

Abstract: This study evaluated the use of pendant-based wearables for monitoring digital biomarkers of frailty in predicting chemotherapy resilience among 27 veteran cancer …