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New Laws for Veterans and Service Members in 2020: NDAA
What is the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA)? The National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) is an annual funding bill for…
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Although the presumptive period for Persian Gulf War claims overlaps in part with the time period in which burn pits…
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What is Diabetic Retinopathy? Diabetic retinopathy is an eye disease that affects people who have diabetes. It occurs when high…
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Understanding Epilepsy and Seizure Conditions Epilepsy is a central nervous system (neurological) disorder in which brain activity becomes abnormal, causing…
Read More about VA Disability Benefits for Epilepsy and Seizure ConditionsWhy DoD Still Uses Military Burn Pits in 2019
The Department of Defense (DoD) Open Burn Pit Report to Congress: April 2019 provides information regarding the ongoing use of…
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A new decision handed down by a judge for the U.S. Department of Labor’s Office for Workers’ Compensation Programs declares…
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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…
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