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Challenges to cardiovascular health among female U.S. Veterans and future implications: A scoping review

Abstract: INTRODUCTION: Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is the leading cause of death for women in the United States, and U.S. female Veterans have higher rates of CVD compared to …

Patterns and predictors of COVID-19 vaccine uptake among U.S. active duty service members, 2020-2022: Implications for future pandemics

Abstract: INTRODUCTION: Vaccine mandates have been used to minimize the duty days lost and deaths attributable to infectious disease among active duty Service members (ADSMs). In …

High-risk emergency department visits and risk of all-cause mortality, suicide, and fatal overdose among US military Veterans

Abstract: Deaths due to overdose and suicide together comprise an urgent public health challenge. Using Veterans Health Administration (VHA) electronic health records, we …

Characteristics and healthcare utilization among aging Veterans in supported housing: A comparison with independently housed age-matched Veterans

Abstract: BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES: There is a large and growing population of older, formerly homeless adults living in permanent supportive housing, and there are concerns about …

Burnout in military orthopedic surgeons: A multicenter, cross-sectional study

Abstract: BACKGROUND: High rates of burnout are prevalent in U.S. physicians with evidence that the rates are increasing. Military orthopedic surgeons experience unique …

Veterans who focus on sexual assault trauma show slower between-session habituation and symptom reduction during prolonged exposure treatment for posttraumatic stress disorder

Abstract: Objective: Prolonged exposure (PE) is an effective treatment for posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), but veterans with sexual assault (SA) trauma often discontinue it …

Accelerated biological aging and midlife frailty among U.S. military Veterans

Abstract: Injuries characterizing recent military service, such as traumatic brain injury and posttraumatic stress disorder, are linked to accelerated biological aging. If recent …

Sense of coherence and past and/or present mental health problems among conscripts at military call-up in northern Finland

Abstract: INTRODUCTION: Sense of coherence (SOC) refers to the psychosocial aspects and origins of health. Sense of coherence is related to physical and psychological health and …

To telework or not to telework: Perspectives from inpatient and outpatient social workers at the Veterans Health Administration

Abstract: The COVID-19 pandemic has forever changed the way social workers provide care to their clients (Walter-McCabe, 2020). Before the onset of the pandemic, telework …

Examining the discrepancy between subjective cognitive complaints and processing speed performance in military personnel with traumatic brain injury

Abstract: Objective: To examine correlates of the discrepancy between subjective cognitive complaints and processing speed performance in a sample of military personnel with and …

Sibling and parental military service and suicidality among adolescents in the United States

Abstract: INTRODUCTION: This study aims to examine whether having a sibling and/or a parent on active duty in the military is associated with suicidality-think about death, better …

Veterans Affairs military toxic exposure research conference: Veteran-centric approach and community of practice

Abstract: The U.S. Sergeant First Class Heath Robinson Honoring our Promise to Address Comprehensive Toxics (PACT) Act expands benefits and services to U.S. Veterans exposed to …