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5 ways to honor the veterans in your life this Memorial Day and beyond
May 27th is Memorial Day, and as always, we remember and honor those who have served for our country. We can all thank Veterans for their...
May 27, 20242 min read


The VA has added clarification regarding obesity and nutrition as factors for getting service connection
We have news about obesity and nutrition as contributing factors to getting service connection for your VA disability benefit claim! In...
May 20, 20243 min read


These are the updated VA disability benefits ratings for irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)
Recently, the VA made a handful of updates to VA disability benefits rating criteria for specific conditions. In case you missed our last...
May 13, 20242 min read


Rating criteria for 3 different gastrointestinal conditions have been updated by the VA
The VA made a handful of important changes to the gastrointestinal system. Recently, rating criteria for VA disability benefits...
May 6, 20243 min read


The VA just updated ratings for GERD, effective May 19th. Here's everything you need to know
We have important news for Veterans with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)! The VA recently updated their rating criteria for this...
Apr 29, 20243 min read


These are the VA's rules around preexisting conditions
Questions around preexisting conditions are common when it comes to VA disability benefits. Many Veterans ask us how their preexisting...
Apr 22, 20242 min read


The VA rates Alzheimer's as a mental health condition. Here's why it's difficult to earn service-connection
As a result of traumatic events during military service, some Veterans are at a higher risk of developing Alzheimer's: a progressive...
Apr 15, 20242 min read


Everything you need to know about review exams for VA disability benefits
A review exam, also called a Routine Future Exam, occurs when the VA wants to check up on the severity and status of a Veteran's...
Apr 8, 20242 min read


What is fibromyalgia, and how does the VA rate it for VA disability benefits?
As a common condition experienced among Veterans, fibromyalgia is often claimed for VA disability benefits. But what is it, and how does...
Apr 1, 20242 min read


4 of the most common dental conditions faced by veterans
VA disability benefits include dental care, too! There are several dental conditions that are extra common among the Veteran population. Because of this, it's possible to earn either Direct Service Connected or Secondary Service Connected and get VA disability benefits – as long as you have a claim full of compelling documentation. These are 4 of the most common dental connections faced by Veterans: Bruxism Bruxism is the medical term for teeth grinding – a common dental con
Mar 25, 20242 min read


The most common mistakes Veterans make when filing their VA disability claim
Filing a VA disability benefits claim can feel overwhelming, between getting competent evidence and figuring out if your condition...
Mar 18, 20242 min read


What is medically unexplained chronic multisystem illness (MUCMI)?
This one's a bit of a mouthful – medically unexplained chronic multisystem illness (MUCMI for short) is a common occurrence among the...
Mar 11, 20242 min read


Can you get a Nexus Letter from your VA doctor? Here's what you need to know about Directive 1134
If you've never heard of Directive 1134, you're going to want to read over this blog. Veterans preparing to file a claim for VA...
Mar 4, 20243 min read


How keeping a journal can benefit your habits (and your VA disability claim)
New year, new habits! It's one thing to set goals and intentions, and another to keep them going throughout the whole year and beyond....
Feb 26, 20242 min read


The VA defined insomnia! Now it's more than just a mental health connection
We have good news: The confusion over insomnia is over! For too long, the VA only considered insomnia as a mental health condition – even...
Feb 19, 20242 min read


What is pyramiding in relation to VA disability claims? Examples included!
If you're looking to get the maximum value out of your VA disability benefits, then you're going to want to become aware of pyramiding –...
Feb 12, 20242 min read


The VA clarified mental health regulations that could impact DIC claims
Families of deceased Veterans should be aware of this important update from the VA. If you're unfamiliar with what a DIC claim is, we'll...
Feb 5, 20242 min read


Veteran resources helpful to have handy when filing VA disability claims
Try making a Google search for VA disability benefits, and you'll get pages of ads from companies trying to help you. Maybe all you want...
Jan 29, 20242 min read


Most common injuries that occur when starting a new workout program
Starting a new fitness routine can be empowering and highly beneficial to your health. Exercise can help our bodies (and our brains!)...
Jan 22, 20242 min read


6 knee-friendly exercises you can do at home
Whether you have a service-connected injury that has affected the long term function of your knees or you simply experience symptoms of...
Jan 15, 20243 min read
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