Gastroesophageal reflux disease, or GERD for short, occurs when acid reflux becomes chronic over time. Unfortunately, Veterans are more...

Could you be experiencing gastrointestinal reflux disease? Known as GERD for short, this condition occurs as a result of chronic acid...

As cold and flu season approaches, boosting your immune system is important. Next to getting plenty of sleep, it's one of the best ways...

The VA updated rating for headaches, and we have the details you need to know. Instead of reading through the VA's lengthy web page about...

What is the Reasonable Doubt Doctrine, and why should Veterans know about it? This concept within the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA)...

If you're looking for heart healthy diet inspiration, start here. What we eat matters – and incorporating even just a few beneficial...

A DIC claim is short for VA Dependency and Indemnity Compensation (VA DIC). This is a tax-free, monetary benefit available to surviving...

High blood pressure (also known as hypertension) can arise from unhealthy lifestyle habits, according to the CDC. Hypertension among...

Much like the rest of the population, Veterans can face a handful of different heart conditions – some of which can be caused or made...

A medical nexus is one of three required elements that Veterans must meet before they can request a medical opinion from the US...

There are three elements that Veterans need to meet before they can ask the United States Department of Veterans Affairs for a medical...

Did you know the United States Department of Veterans Affairs has three different elements that must be met before Veterans can request a...

Ever heard of a personal statement in regards to the VA disability claims process? In short, a personal statement is a self-written...

Known as SUD for short, a substance use disorder is a mental health disorder that causes a person to lose control of their use of...

Substance use disorder (SUD) is defined by the National Institute of Mental Health as "a treatable mental health disorder that affects a...

Many Veterans come to us only to discover that their current pain was a result of an injury on a different part of their body (see the...

What is the kinetic chain, and why should you become familiar with it? We'll dive into all of the details and break it down for you – but...

What are the VA's regulations regarding requests for medical opinions? A quick visit to the VA's 38 CFR section 3.159 – the code of...

The title of this blog might sound like an earful, but it's a common problem many Veterans can relate to. Due to unique physical demands...

Along with honoring our Veterans for their heroic contributions, it's important to understand and support them through the common mental...