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What is fine particulate matter in relation to burn pits?
Burn pits are open-air areas used by the US military to dispose of waste by burning it in an uncontrolled area. Many veterans, especially...
Aug 11, 20252 min read


What is multiple sclerosis (MS), and why can filing a VA disability benefits claim for it be difficult?
Multiple sclerosis (MS) has a lot of vague symptoms, which can make it confusing when it comes to diagnosis and getting VA disability...
Aug 5, 20253 min read


The VA has updated the definition for Medically Unexplained Chronic Multi-Symptom Illness (MUCMI). Read the updates here
Medically Unexplained Chronic Multi-Symptom Illness (typically shortened to MUCMI) is the condition label used when symptoms don't fit...
Jul 28, 20253 min read


7 women-specific veteran organizations
By the year 2040, women veterans are projected to make up 40% of the military force – a massive increase compared to 2000 when women...
Jul 21, 20252 min read


What is Military Sexual Trauma (MST)?
Military sexual trauma, often shortened to MST, refers to any and all sexual assault and sexual harassment that is experienced during...
Jul 14, 20252 min read


What are presumptive conditions, and how do veterans get VA disability benefits for them?
If you're a veteran, you've probably heard of presumptive conditions – but what are they, which conditions are included, and what does...
Jul 7, 20253 min read


VA health care basics: Most veterans are aware that their SC conditions qualify them for VA healthcare. Here's what it includes
So you're eligible for VA health care – but what does that mean, and how is it different from VA disability benefits? Most veterans focus...
Jun 30, 20252 min read


Home loans, life insurance, education, and more – here are other VA benefits that veterans need to know about
When most people think of VA benefits, they think of healthcare and disability benefits. But there are actually many more benefits that...
Jun 23, 20252 min read


It can be difficult to prove women-specific health conditions to the VA. Here's why, and what veterans can do about it
By 2040, women are projected to make up 40% of the military – making them the fastest growing group in service, according to recent data...
Jun 16, 20252 min read


What is Shipboard Hazard and Defense (SHAD), and how can veterans get VA disability benefits for it?
What is Shipboard Hazard and Defense (SHAD), a nd how can veterans get VA disability benefits for it? The acronym SHAD stands for...
Jun 9, 20252 min read


What is CBRNE, and how can veterans get VA disability benefits for it?
The acronym CBRNE is short for Chemical Biological Radiological Nuclear and Explosives – a grouping of hazardous substances or weapons...
Jun 4, 20252 min read


5 arm and shoulder-friendly exercises you can do at home
If you've injured your hand, arm, or shoulder – you might think you have to abstain completely from exercise while you recover. With the...
May 19, 20253 min read


Common service-connected conditions that women veterans face
According to data from the VA , women veterans only made up 4% of the military back in the year 2000 – but by 2040, they're projected to...
May 12, 20253 min read


What is lay evidence, and how can veterans use it for their VA disability benefits claim?
If you're a veteran getting ready to file a claim for VA disability benefits, you'll want to get familiar with lay evidence while you...
May 5, 20252 min read


Veterans who provide enough medical evidence to the VA can be exempt from a C&P exam. Here's how
A C&P exam (compensation and pension exam) is also known as the VA Claim Exam . Basically, it’s a medical evaluation of a veteran’s...
Apr 28, 20252 min read


5 foot and ankle-friendly exercises you can do at home
An injury or chronic condition that affects your foot or ankle can make it difficult to stay physically active. Whether you got injured...
Apr 21, 20253 min read


8 anti-inflammatory foods to add to your diet
You might've heard the buzz about "anti-inflammatory" when it comes to diets, health, and wellness. But what does it mean, and what foods...
Apr 14, 20253 min read


How does the VA handle effective dates for claims regarding increased compensation?
So you've filed a claim to try getting an increase in compensation for VA disability benefits – but if it gets approved, when does it go...
Apr 7, 20253 min read


How does the VA determine effective dates for direct and secondary service connected conditions?
In case you missed it, we've been covering effective dates in-depth lately: Is your VA disability benefits effective date correct? How...
Mar 31, 20253 min read


How the VA determines effective dates for presumptive conditions
Presumptive conditions are medical conditions that the VA assumes are service-connected. Because of this, veterans who are affected by...
Mar 24, 20253 min read
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