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A recent study of over 500,000 women veterans revealed alarming connections between MST and various health conditions
More than 1 in 4 women veterans reported experiencing military sexual trauma (MST).
MST survivors showed:
– 2x higher odds of depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety, and substance dependence
– 5x higher odds of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
– Increased risk of cardiovascular, metabolic, immune, and pulmonary diseases
These findings highlight the urgent need for:
– Targeted support and interventions for MST survivors
– Increased awareness and prevention measures
– Comprehensive healthcare addressing both mental and physical impacts of MST
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9 Times Higher
The study found that some chronic conditions increased suicide risk by as much as nine times compared to the general population.
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21% increase
Women who are chronically ill also suffer from a 21% increase in divorce rates
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90%
According to the CDC, 90% of the US health expenditures are for chronic illness which is around $4 trillion
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Validating an Invisible Illnesses
Validating an invisible illness can be a journey and it takes both patient and doctor to clearly explain and identify what’s going on.
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You are warmly invited to join our regular event, Come to the Table, on Wednesday, May 15, 2024, at 12:00 ET/11:00 CT. This peer support group is part of the Invisible Warriors Club where women feel loved and supported, valuable and worthwhile. All women are welcome.
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Ways to Avoid Medical Bankruptcy
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Now that the weather is warming up, people are getting back out on the road and heading for vacations, business, and travel in general. There are often many hassles along the way – airports backed up…
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