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VA Extends Presumptive Period For Gulf War Syndrome to 2026

The Department of Veterans Affairs has announced that it will be extending the presumptive period for conditions related to service in the Persian Gulf War to December 31, 2026. This will allow people suffering from these conditions, informally referred to as “Gulf War Syndrome,” to more easily access disability benefits. It may also help people who may previously have been denied benefits due to symptoms appearing after the expiration of the previous presumptive period.

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Five Reasons to Consider a VA Disability Appeal

There is always a risk, when you apply for disability benefits through the Department of Veterans Affairs, that your application will not turn out the way you might want. This may result in you getting your benefits denied, or getting fewer benefits than you might otherwise be entitled to. Here are five reasons you may want to consider a VA disability appeal, whether you were approved for disability benefits or not:

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Access to VA Benefits Expanded with Character of Discharge Changes

Under a recent rule change announced by the Department of Veterans Affairs (also known as the VA), many service members who were previously ineligible for benefits due to a character of discharge issue may now be available. For example, it affects people who were discharged due to issues related to homosexuality, although other types of discharges are also affected. This rule change is meant to establish a more objective standard for determining if someone is potentially eligible for benefits, though it does not affect the nature of their discharge.

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How Do You Know if Your Disability is Service-Related?

To be able to qualify for disability benefits through the Department of Veterans Affairs (also known as the VA), you need to demonstrate you have a disability that is “service-related.” This means that being able to prove how you got your disability is essential for deciding what benefits you are entitled to. But how do you know if your disability is considered service-related, under the guidelines established by the VA?

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VA Launches Study Into PFAS Exposure Among Veterans

The Department of Veterans Affairs (also known as the VA) has announced that it is investigating a potential link between per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) and kidney cancer. This is because many veterans may have been exposed to PFAS during their military service, which would make their cancer potentially service-related. Depending on the results of the study, it could result in more people being able to access veterans disability benefits.

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$52.5m Awarded By VA For Suicide Prevention

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) recently announced that it awarded $52.5 million to community organizations as part of its efforts to combat suicide among veterans. This is part of an ongoing initiative to help veterans struggling with depression, PTSD, and other psychological issues, helping them to seek treatment for suicidal ideation. It also helps provide resources for veterans struggling to obtain mental health care, streamlining the process to get veterans the treatment they need.

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Why Might You Seek Veterans Disability Benefits for PTSD?

Military veterans suffer from post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) at a higher rate than just about any other population in the United States, typically due to factors related to their service. This can cause them substantial difficulty in their day to day life, impacting their ability to work or perform daily chores. But why might you want to seek veterans’ disability benefits for PTSD, and how can it help?

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What is a Service-Related Disability, and Why Does it Matter?

When people apply to get veterans disability benefits through the Department of Veterans Affairs (also known as the VA), they may come across the term “service-related disability.” Understanding what this term means can be essential for determining whether you get the disability benefits you deserve. But what exactly is a service-related disability, and why does it matter?

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Eligible Vietnam Veterans Missing Out on Benefits, Report Finds

A recent report from the Inspector General of the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) found that thousands of Vietnam veterans who qualified for disability benefits were still not receiving them. This is due to the VA’s inability to identify veterans who may now qualify for benefits that might not have in the past, and thus would be able to obtain retroactive benefits. While the VA has taken steps to improve on this issue, it remains a persistent problem that they struggle to solve.

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VA Expands Fast Track Availability for Agent Orange Victims

The Department of Veterans Affairs (also known as the VA) has announced that it is expanding the list of countries where people may benefit from fast-tracking their claims due to presumed Agent Orange exposure. Now, veterans who served in the United States, Canada and India will also gain the same presumption that veterans who served in other countries already gain. That way, they can more easily obtain disability benefits for harm they suffered due to Agent Orange exposure.

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