Have you come back after the hard work and sweat equity you put into filing only to find out that the VA denied your claim? Or do you fear that if you took the time to file a claim it would all be a waste of time? Sure feels hopeless doesn’t it? Thankfully, we have […]
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The Burn Pit Registry and Why You Should Enroll
What is the Burn Pit Registry? This is a list that allows Veterans to document their symptoms and track what you’re experiencing. It’s rarely possible to immediately determine the health effects of exposure to airborne hazards. This means that veterans who have been exposed to burn pits and other airborne chemicals or particles usually don’t […]
Understanding Bipolar Disorder in Veterans
It’s no secret that many veterans experience traumatic events and circumstances that would be unusual in the civilian world. The effect of these experiences on veterans often ends up as mental health issues, which, thankfully, in many cases, can be lessened or even cured with treatment. One of these mental health issues is commonly known as […]
What You Should Know About Veteran Color Blindness
Color blindness is not as rare as you might think. Currently, nearly 1 in 12 males in the U.S. are affected by a form of color blindness, while only around 1 in every 200 females are. Trouble differentiating between red and green is the most common form of color blindness, but there are two other […]
What Legally Blind Veterans Can Expect from the VA
Understand how the VA rates blindness and what you can expect from the
What Every Veteran Exposed to Agent Orange Should Know
Learn about how Vietnam veterans are affected by their exposure to Agent Orange and conditions linked to this condition.
How the VA Determines Benefits for Arthritis
Arthritis is one of the most common conditions affecting those who have served in the military. In fact, the Center for Disease Control (CDC) estimates the rate of arthritis in veterans to be 25.6%, although other estimates have the rate as high as 35%. This is a higher rate than among the civilian population, and […]
Why All Veterans Should be Tested for Asbestos Exposure
Many times Veterans with asbestos are unable to service-connect the relevancy because this is an unusual claim. However, you can still get a VA Disability Claim with asbestos exposure! We will be covering who should be tested and treatment going forward for this disease. What is Asbestos? Asbestos is a mineral that can be processed […]
What to Know if You Have an Abnormal Heart Rate
If you have an abnormal heartbeat you are experiencing arrhythmia. Arrhythmia is a term applied to any heart beating with abnormal heart rhythm. This includes the heart beating too fast or “fluttering” (tachycardia) or too slow (bradycardia). Arrhythmias are not always the sign of an emergency. Often they can be completely harmless. Your heart may […]
Anxiety and Depression Treatment for Veterans
If you are a veteran dealing with anxiety and depression, you are not alone. Learn more about anxiety and depression and how to get treatment.