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Top 11 Organizations That Help With VA Service Dog Training for Veterans

Top 11 Organizations That Help With VA Service Dog Training for Veterans Woman in chair, smiles at dog

VA service dog training is an excellent way to support veterans with many kinds of conditions. From diabetes and mobility issues to object retrieval, VA service dog training provides a reliable and proven way to support people without ever hiring a nurse. VA Claims Insider recently had a conversation about what it can really mean […]

Burn Pit Symptoms: The Top 5 Things to Know

Burn Pit Symptoms: The Top 5 Things to Know flame from burn pits burns near military vehicles

In 2011, government research on burn pit symptoms and long-term effects of burn pits failed to take into account the growing evidence of burn pit symptoms reported by service members. Carbon monoxide, nitrogen dioxide and hydrogen cyanide are produced by burn pits and could potentially be causes of burn pit symptoms. These were not measured in […]

Supportive Communities Are Vital for Veterans in Crisis

Supportive Communities Are Vital for Veterans in Crisis Veterans in crisis can benefit from support groups.

For many Veterans in crisis, there is no way to plan for the challenges you face after leaving the military. VA Claims Insider identified ways to find support.