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VA Service Connection Changes for Cancers in Remission

Cancer has followed Veterans home from service since World War II. The Veterans Administration (VA) recognizes this, and active service-related cancers automatically receive a 100% disability rating. The rating lasts for the duration of the cancer treatment, and for six...

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Proposed Changes to Tinnitus Ratings at the VA

Tinnitus is a persistent buzzing, ringing, or humming sound in the ears, often caused by long-term exposure to loud noises. Military-related causes can include armored service, proximity to explosions, or closed-head trauma, and it can affect your hearing and your...

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Changing Your VA Sleep Apnea Ratings

Sleep apnea is a sleep disorder, characterized by interruptions in breathing during the night. Up to 21% of Veterans have some form of sleep apnea, compared with about 9% of the general public. The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) recently...

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Erectile Dysfunction and VA Disability Benefits

Some of the most difficult service-related injuries are not always visible. One of the more sensitive conditions Veterans face after serving in the military is erectile dysfunction (ED). While it may be difficult to talk about, ED is more common...

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What Happens to My VA Disability Benefits If My Cancer Goes Into Remission?

Cancer is classified as a disabling condition that may qualify for disability benefits through the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). Commonly, the VA gives a 100% disability rating to Veterans diagnosed with service-related cancer during active treatment. Chemotherapy, radiation surgery,...

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Can I Get Service-Connected for My Heart Condition as a Secondary Disability to My Psychological Condition?

A Veteran with a service-connected disability can file a claim for benefits related to that disability. To collect for a secondary disability, a Veteran first needs to secure benefits for the primary disability. To determine if a disability is service-connected,...

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Connection Between Fibromyalgia and IBS in Gulf War Veterans

Veterans of the Gulf War have faced a variety of challenges, including the physical demands of military service and environmental exposure associated with combat deployment. Among the most common challenges are the development of fibromyalgia and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)....

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Veterans With Both Migraines and Sleep Apnea

Migraines and sleep apnea affect millions of people every year, either independently or together. The combination of having both conditions can be debilitating, especially for Veterans who are adapting to their lives outside of military service. If migraines and sleep...

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Can I Get a VA Disability Claim for GERD?

Are you a Veteran suffering from gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)? If so, you may be eligible for compensation through the VA’s disability benefits programs. The amount of compensation and access to the disability programs will depend on how severe your...

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How Diabetes Can Result in Peripheral Neuropathy for Veterans

Unfortunately, chronic conditions are a common side effect of military service for Veterans across the U.S. From heart disease to arthritis, Veterans are at an even higher likelihood for various diseases because of the conditions they were living under while...

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