American journal of preventive medicine
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U.S. military personnel have a high prevalence of alcohol misuse, which can adversely affect force readiness. The objective of this study was to identify pre-service predictors of new-onset alcohol misuse among male Marines. ⋯ Multiple pre-service predictors were associated with new-onset alcohol misuse in male Marines. These findings should be considered when screening for alcohol misuse and developing clinical interventions to mitigate adverse impacts of alcohol misuse in the military.
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Review Meta Analysis
Impact of Cardiovascular Imaging Results on Medication Use and Adherence: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.
Cardiovascular imaging results offer valuable information that can guide health decisions, but their impact on medication use and adherence is unclear. This systematic review and meta-analysis aimed to determine the downstream impact of cardiovascular imaging results on medication use and adherence. ⋯ Cardiovascular imaging results can prompt initiation of medications, particularly lipid-lowering medications, reflecting a proactive response to identified risk factors. However, evidence regarding medication continuation is mixed, and further research is required.
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This study assesses the relationship between living in historically redlined communities and the incidence of violent victimization and examines differences in this relationship across race and ethnicity. ⋯ These findings underscore the profound and enduring consequences of New Deal-era redlining policies for present-day safety, emphasizing the urgent need to confront and rectify historical injustices to enhance contemporary safety and well-being.
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Chronic pain has been highlighted as an important public health and clinical health issue. The prevalence of chronic pain has been increasing, with notable disparities for many minoritized populations. However, evidence regarding sexual minoritized populations and chronic pain is lacking. Therefore, the purpose of this study is to compare the prevalence of chronic pain among men and women by sexual identity. ⋯ Sexual minoritized populations have a greater burden of chronic pain that should be considered in moving forward in pain work. Future work in this area is needed to understand why these disparities exist and how best to provide care and treatment to those affected.