Volume 33 Number 2

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Continuous Positive Airway Pressure Adherence and Response to Cognitive Processing Therapy for Veterans Living with Post-traumatic Stress Disorder and Obstructive Sleep Apnea

Introduction Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a debilitating disorder that affects up to 30% of United States veterans in their lifetime.1-4 Cognitive processing therapy (CPT) is a recommended first-line treatment for veterans with PTSD,5 utilising evidence-based psychotherapy techniques to reduce negative thoughts about oneself and the world, and challenge unhelpful beliefs.6 CPT is widely utilised… Read more »

By Kristina Kunes , Cyle Johnson , Anisha Kohli , David Driscoll , Ryan W. Walters and Sriram Ramaswamy In   Issue Volume 33 Number 2 Doi No https://doi-ds.org/doilink/07.2024-22431279/JMVH

When and How Military Students’ Self-Esteem May Become an Obstacle in Seeking Professional Mental Health Help When Needed?

Introduction The present study aims to investigate how self-esteem and perceptions of self or public stigma may influence a) the attitudes towards seeking professional mental health help in the military environment and b) the intentions to seek professional mental health help. The military is associated with duties of high risks, which often cause exposure to… Read more »

By Vassiliki Ignatiou Karamanoli In   Issue Volume 33 Number 2 Doi No https://doi-ds.org/doilink/10.2024-88511522/JMVH

Musculoskeletal Injury and Physical Fitness Across US Army Occupational Specialties

Abstract Background: Military occupations are widely diverse, requiring specific skill sets and physical demand levels to accomplish their objectives. Purpose: To describe musculoskeletal injury and physical fitness across US Army military occupational specialties (MOS). Methods: Demographics, health behaviours and physical training data were obtained by electronic survey. Musculoskeletal injuries and Army Combat Fitness Test (ACFT)… Read more »

By Tyson Grier , Regis Pearson , Timothy Benedict , Olivia Mahlmann and Michelle Canham-Chervak In   Issue Volume 33 Number 2 Doi No https://doi-ds.org/doilink/03.2025-82228837/JMVH

Victorian Naval Warfare, Ships and Medicine 1815–1900

Introduction Previous articles described the development of a cycle from prehistory to the end of the Napoleonic wars, whereby increasing seaborne trade necessitated larger and more efficient ships. This led to more and better weapons to defend or attack them, thereby creating further trading opportunities.1,2,3,4,5,6,7  While the technical developments in ships, weapons and medicine often… Read more »

By Neil Westphalen In   Issue Volume 33 Number 2 Doi No https://doi-ds.org/doilink/12.2024-56454943/JMVH

Unraveling the Interplay Between Self-efficacy and Decision-making in Military Contexts: A Systematic Review

Abstract The success of missions and personnel safety is contingent upon the ability to make effective decisions in the dynamic and high-pressure setting of military operations. This systematic review examines the relationship between self-efficacy and decision making in military settings. Six studies meeting inclusion criteria were identified through a rigorous search of electronic databases and… Read more »

By Chrysanthi Lioupi and Vassiliki Ignatiou Karamanoli In   Issue Volume 33 Number 2 Doi No https://doi-ds.org/doilink/01.2025-72677517/JMVH

Murray Valley Encephalitis as ‘X’ Disease in Australia

The conclusion is therefore justified that the cases of ‘mysterious disease’ occurring in Queensland and New South Wales are caused by the same virus as acute poliomyelitis. Anton Breinl, 19181 Clinical diagnostic technology has steadily improved since the revolutionary advancements in medicine and biology of the 19th Century, led by Louis Pasteur. By the time… Read more »

By G. Dennis Shanks and John Aaskov In   Issue Volume 33 Number 2

Considerations Regarding Appendicitis at Sea

Introduction When are military providers comfortable providing an ‘austere’ level of care versus pursuing a higher echelon of care for patients with acute appendicitis? This is a non-issue in active combat scenarios or when medical transport is unavailable. But often, as deployed providers, the decision to treat the patient in a forward, austere location with… Read more »

By David Becerra , Alexandra Garica and Steven Beall In   Issue Volume 33 Number 2 Doi No https://doi-ds.org/doilink/03.2025-63718976/JMVH