The DD Form 214 is a full, verified record of a veteran's completed military service. Learn more about this important form and how you can get your copy.
Read Full ArticleAgent Orange was one of the most common herbicides used throughout the Vietnam War and in surrounding territories in the 1960s and 1970s. Although it was intended only for use against military targets, many Veterans
Read Full ArticlePost-traumatic Stress Disorder is a mental illness that develops in some people who have experienced a shocking, scary, or dangerous event. Many veterans experience and are service-connected for PTSD because of traumatic events that occur
Read Full ArticlePTSD is a common disorder that many Veterans struggle with. Some forms are more extreme than others, but all cases of PTSD deserve proper care and attention. Applying for benefits for your PTSD can be
Read Full ArticleThe US military frequently used burn pits to eliminate toxic and standard waste during several conflicts, including Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom. While burn pits may have been convenient waste disposal methods at
Read Full ArticleClaims for post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) can be difficult to navigate. To begin a claim under the Appeals Modernization Act (AMA), you must submit a 526ez claiming PTSD. For most conditions, a 526ez is all
Read Full ArticleVA announced on February 14 that it intends to change the way it rates sleep apnea for veterans. Sleep apnea is one of the most common disabilities claimed by veterans, so you may be wondering
Read Full ArticleMilitary service can expose individuals to various forms of trauma, including military sexual trauma (MST). One critical question often arises: Can MST cause Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)? The short answer is yes. MST, a severe
Read Full ArticleAirborne-qualified Veterans endure some of the most rigorous training and demanding missions in the military. While their contributions are invaluable, the physical toll of repetitive parachute jumps and rough landings can result in long-term disabilities.
Read Full ArticleWhat are burn pits? Military bases throughout Southwest Asia used open-air burn pits to get rid of waste. This waste included fuel, metal, rubber, chemicals, paint, medical waste, human waste, plastics, and munitions, rotten food,
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