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Using a Fitbit-based walking game to improve physical activity among U.S. Veterans

Abstract: Introduction: Physical inactivity, hereafter inactivity, is a serious health problem among U.S. veterans, hereafter veterans. Inactive adults are at risk for adverse …

Role of pain catastrophizing in the effects of cognitive behavioral therapy for chronic pain in different subgroups: An exploratory secondary data analysis using finite mixture models

Abstract: Introduction: Providing effective treatment for debilitating chronic pain is a challenge among many populations including military service members. Cognitive behavioral …

Preliminary evidence for the role of fungi, specifically chaetomium, in Gulf War Illness

Abstract: Introduction: For veterans of the Persian Gulf War (1990-1991), dozens of possible causes for their illness have been proposed. We hypothesize that all may be correct. …

An opt-out tobacco treatment group intervention within an intensive substance use disorders treatment program: initial outcomes in the Veterans Health Administration

Abstract: Introduction: Despite steadily declining rates of tobacco use in the United States, individuals suffering from substance use disorders (SUD) and other mental illnesses …

Prevalence of PTSD in active duty members with mild traumatic brain injury: Systematic review and meta-analysis

Abstract: Introduction: Traumatic brain injury (TBI), particularly mild TBI (mTBI), is a significant health concern for U.S. active duty service members (ADSMs), with potential …

Telehealth engaged music for pain outcomes: A music and imagery proof-of-concept study with Veterans

Abstract: Music therapy interventions target biopsychosocial outcomes and are a non-pharmacological option for integrated pain management. To date, most music and pain studies have …

Current research on matching trauma-focused therapies to Veterans: A scoping review

Abstract: Introduction: Trauma-focused (psycho)therapies (TFTs) are often used to treat post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) of (military) veterans, including prolonged exposure …

To calm and to commend: Veterans' musical preferences anticipating end of life

Abstract: Introduction: Since World War 1, physicians have noted the calming effects of music for military personnel experiencing "shell shock," Post Traumatic Stress Disorder …

Congressional expansion of enhancing breast cancer screening and care at the Veterans Health Administration

Abstract: Despite high screening rates, breast cancer disparities persist among women veterans because of occupational risks and barriers to access. Three essential bills recently …

Irritable bowel syndrome in Veterans with Gulf War Illness evaluated at VA's war-related illness and injury study center

Abstract: Introduction: Excess rates of Gulf War illness (GWI) and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), two chronic multisymptom illnesses, have long been documented among nearly …

Viability of structured gait retraining for improving clinical outcomes following running-related injury in active duty Service Members

Abstract: Introduction: All branches of the U.S. Military have a running component of their physical readiness testing battery. Running-related musculoskeletal injuries affect 20 …

Comment on "self-perception of risk for HIV acquisition and calculated risk for HIV acquisition among active duty Air Force members with newly diagnosed HIV infection"

Abstract: Dear Editor, we would like to share ideas on “Self-Perception of Risk for HIV Acquisition and Calculated Risk for HIV Acquisition Among Active Duty Air Force Members …