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If you were recently separated from the US military without your consent, you undoubtedly have a lot of questions. While millions of Americans lose
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Reactive airway disease (RAD) is a general term used to describe a group of respiratory conditions caused by exposure to various allergens or
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Bacterial lung infections are inflammation of the lungs that various microorganisms can cause. It's common in Gulf War Veterans who have been exposed
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VA disability rating for tremors can be a complicated process. There are many factors that VA considers when determining a rating, including the
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Not to be confused with Generalized Anxiety Disorder or PTSD, today we're talking about Panic Disorder. Panic disorder is a different form of anxiety
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VA disability ratings are not always straightforward, leading to veterans getting denied compensation, especially when it is an orthopedic condition
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Conjunctivitis is a common eye condition that affects many veterans. There are benefits and health care options available to veterans with
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VA does rate the medical condition dysthymia, also known as persistent depressive disorder, for service-connected disability compensation. Dysthymia
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Did you know that if you have tuberculosis, you may be able to get VA disability benefits? This is a medical condition that the Department of Veterans
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Veterans with osteomyelitis may be eligible for VA disability benefits under §4.43 Osteomyelitis. In plain English, VA is essentially saying that
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