The 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 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 ArticleMany Veterans suffer from PTSD. Whether caused by an event, injury, or occurrence during your time in the military, the effects of PTSD can still be there even after a long time. A multitude of
Read Full ArticleThroughout the Iraq war and similar conflicts, the US military frequently used burn pits to eliminate toxic and standard waste. While burn pits may have been convenient waste disposal methods at the time, they may
Read Full ArticleMany Veterans who have been diagnosed with PTSD are also facing symptoms of sleep apnea. This has led to Veterans questioning the link between PTSD and sleep apnea. More specifically, what is the risk factor
Read Full Articleby Stephani Bennett, Attorney at Law and US Air Force Veteran Many Veterans experience trouble sleeping, which can be maddening. In addition to being incredibly frustrating, sleep deprivation can cause serious psychological and physical health
Read Full ArticleOne of the more common late-developing disabilities that Veterans suffer from is obstructive sleep apnea. An estimated 22 million Americans suffer from sleep apnea, making the condition far from unique to the Veteran population. Many
Read Full ArticleActive duty military members have been shown to be more susceptible to sleep disorders, such as sleep apnea. The causes of sleep apnea in military members and Veterans can be related to toxin exposure (such
Read Full ArticlePost-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a trauma and stressor related disorder that has received widespread attention since the current wars in Iraq and Afghanistan began. Common symptoms of PTSD include, but are not limited to,
Read Full ArticleA new study shows that a sleep apnea treatment with continuous positive airway pressure, also known as CPAP, may help those who suffer from post-traumatic stress disorder and sleep apnea. Those who use the treatment
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