The VA wants to expand benefits for veterans with 9 rare cancers, and the U.S. House passed a major toxic exposures bill. Here’s a summary of two plans in the national spotlight this week.
What are 2022 VA disability rates?
The VA pays monthly compensation based on a veteran’s disability rating for service-connected health conditions.
What Qualifies as a VA Thyroid Disability?
A variety of thyroid conditions and diseases can be connected to a veteran’s military service. This article describes the VA ratings related to thyroid problems.
Do Veterans Get Benefits for Carpal Tunnel?
VA disability ratings for carpal tunnel syndrome are based on the severity of the symptoms and whether the condition is in the dominant hand, non-dominant hand, or both.
Is Obesity a VA Disability?
Although the VA does not directly offer disability benefits for obesity, veterans can receive benefits for obesity-related conditions and ailments.
12 Helpful Apps for Veterans
A guide to veteran-centric apps and tools to help with VA paperwork and to help prioritize your health and mental well-being.
Is Tennis Elbow a VA Disability?
If you developed elbow tendonitis during your military service, you could get a VA rating and a monthly payment.
VA Rating for Migraines and Secondary Conditions
You may be able to get the max VA rating for migraines if you are a veteran and have migraines often and severe enough.
2021 Veterans Year in Review
Did the VA make any progress with the claims backlog? What is being done about burn pits? Wasn’t there something about CPAP machines? Find out in this roundup of the news that affected veterans the most last year.
How Do I Get a Copy of My DD214?
If you ever need VA benefits of any kind—disability benefits, health benefits, or retirement—the first document you will need is your DD214.
Effects of Sleep Deprivation in the Military
Active-duty service members don’t get enough sleep. That can lead to sleep disorders which can contribute to major mental and physical health issues.
Power of Attorney for VA Disability Benefits
Why does a VA disability lawyer ask you to sign a power of attorney form? How can it help you?
