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Episode 134: PACT Act Explained: Toxic Exposure
On August 10, 2022, the Honoring Our Promise to Address Comprehensive Toxics (PACT) Act was finally signed into law. This…
Read More about Episode 134: PACT Act Explained: Toxic ExposureEpisode 171: What to Do if VA Denies Your PACT Act Disability Benefits Claim
The 2022 PACT Act expands VA disability benefits and health care coverage for toxic-exposed veterans, including those who have been…
Read More about Episode 171: What to Do if VA Denies Your PACT Act Disability Benefits ClaimTERA VA Medical Opinions for PACT Act Claims
Since its passage in August 2022, more than 560,000 claims have been filed under the PACT Act. As of May…
Read More about TERA VA Medical Opinions for PACT Act ClaimsReport Outlines Health Effects of Harmful Substances Used on Military Bases
The 852-page report was released Thursday, June 21, by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ Agency for Toxic…
Read More about Report Outlines Health Effects of Harmful Substances Used on Military BasesVA’s 2023 Budget and Legislative Proposals: Veterans Affairs
Video Transcription Maura Black: Hello everyone. Thank you so much for joining us today for our CCK Live discussion. My…
Read More about VA’s 2023 Budget and Legislative Proposals: Veterans AffairsDependency and Indemnity Compensation (DIC) Rates for 2023
The 2023 Dependency and Indemnity Compensation (DIC) rate is $1,562.73. However, there are certain circumstances in which your DIC benefits…
Read More about Dependency and Indemnity Compensation (DIC) Rates for 2023VA Disability for Crohn’s Disease
Crohn’s disease is an inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) where the digestive tract becomes irritated or inflamed, causing intense discomfort, pain,…
Read More about VA Disability for Crohn’s DiseaseTypes of Military Veterans (VA) Disabilities
You understand your condition or disability better than anyone, and you know how it is connected to your service. Convincing…
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According to a study published by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), incidence rates of thyroid cancer have nearly doubled…
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Many veterans suffer from prostate cancer due to their time in military service. VA offers service-connected compensation to these veterans…
Read More about Prostate Cancer VA Disability Rating and CompensationThe History of Agent Orange
Play What Are Agent Orange and Herbicide Agents? Agent Orange is one of multiple rainbow herbicides, and it was…
Read More about The History of Agent OrangeOil Well Fires in Kuwait
During Operation Desert storm in 1991, Iraqi military forces set fire to over 600 oil wells in Kuwait, creating a…
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