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Developing the IDCaRe team: an integrated and culturally-affirming approach to improving health engagement for HIV-positive Veterans

Abstract: Background: Veterans Health Administration (VHA) has been at the forefront of offering integrated and patient-centered care to address the complex needs of more than …

Prevalence and factors associated with polypharmacy in military and Veteran populations: a systematic review and meta-analysis

Abstract: Background: Polypharmacy poses a growing concern in military and veteran populations due to complex health needs arising from service-related injuries and mental health …

Effectiveness of surfing on psychological health in military members: A systematic review

Abstract: Introduction: Surfing, a leisure activity known for its positive physical and mental health effects, has emerged as a potential therapeutic intervention. This study aims …

Prevention of post-traumatic osteoarthritis in the military: Relevance of OPTIKNEE and osteoarthritis action alliance recommendations

Abstract: Musculoskeletal injury (MSKI) is the most common reason for short-term occupational limitation and subsequent medically related early departure from the military. …

Clinicians' use of health information exchange technologies for medication reconciliation in the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs: A qualitative analysis

Abstract: Background: Medication reconciliation is essential for optimizing medication use. In part to promote effective medication reconciliation, the Department of Veterans …

Impact of complementary health approaches on opioid prescriptions among Veterans with musculoskeletal disorders – A retrospective cohort study

Abstract: To examine whether complementary and integrative health approaches mitigate opioid prescriptions for pain and whether the relationship differs by post-dramatic stress …

A mixed-methods study of VA video connect utilization among Veterans with diabetes experiencing housing instability during the pandemic

Abstract: Introduction: Prior to the coronavirus disease-2019 (COVID-19) pandemic the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) had the largest telehealth program in the United …

Understanding Veterans in New York: A needs assessment of Veterans recently separated from the military

Abstract: Over the past decade, there has been increased awareness that U.S. military veterans often grapple with significant mental and physical health issues related to their …

Targeting chronic pain care to rural women Veterans: A feasibility pilot

Abstract: For rural women veterans, significant barriers exist in accessing high-quality, multicomponent behavioral pain self-management interventions. As such, a telehealth …

Duration, cost, and escalation of care events for physical therapy management of low back pain in service members with limb loss

Abstract: INTRODUCTION: Physical therapy (PT) is recommended as a primary treatment for low back pain (LBP), a common and impactful musculoskeletal condition after limb loss. The …

Interhospital transfer among US Veterans admitted to community and Veterans Affairs hospitals for acute myocardial infarction and ischemic stroke before and during the COVID-19 pandemic

Abstract: Background: Veterans Health Administration (VHA) enrollees may use community hospitals for inpatient care and sometimes require transfer to larger community or VHA …

Development of a prediction model for 30-day COVID-19 hospitalization and death in a national cohort of Veterans Health Administration patients, March 2022-April 2023

Abstract: Objective: The epidemiology of COVID-19 has substantially changed since its emergence given the availability of effective vaccines, circulation of different viral …