We talk about presumptive conditions a lot when dealing with VA disabilities. There are presumptive conditions from being exposed to Agent Orange, from exposure to radiation, and for a long list of countries during the Gulf War era. What does…
Veterans face many possible illnesses and medical conditions due to their service. These can range from disabilities like arthritis, tinnitus, and other annoying problems to deadly conditions like cancer. When dealing with cancer specifically, there are things that Veterans need…
September 30 is the next timeline in the PACT Act. This is the last day that veterans who deployed to a combat zone, never enrolled in VA health care, and left active duty between Sept. 11, 2001, and Oct. 1,…
Pleuritis, a condition characterized by inflammation of the lining of the lungs, has become a significant burden among American Vietnam veterans and will likely affect many Gulf War era veterans. The exposure to various environmental hazards and chemicals during their…
Allergic rhinitis, often referred to as hay fever, is a common allergic reaction that occurs when your immune system overreacts to allergens in the air. These allergens can include pollen, dust mites, pet dander, and mold spores. When you come…
We have been seeing this question on social media over the last week, so we wanted to share a quick re-cap of the Act for those who are wondering. The PACT Act, or Honoring our Promise to Address Comprehensive Toxics…
An Intent to File (ITF) is a formal notification submitted to the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) by an individual who intends to apply for VA benefits. The ITF serves as a placeholder for a future claim and establishes an…
Veterans have been hearing about the PACT Act for the past year, and everyone is telling them to file now. Get the VA Toxic screening now. Enroll for health care now. What is the sense of urgency for? If you…
On January 31, VA Secretary Denis McDonough gave his monthly press conference in which he shared January’s numbers for PACT Act claims. For background, remember that even though PACT Act claims could begin being filed as of August 10, 2022…
Veteran Service Officer (VSO) speaking to Veteran: Hello, how can I help you? Veteran: I’d like to file for Burn Pits. VSO: You’d like to file for… Veteran: I deployed to Afghanistan. I want to file for Burn Pits. VSO:…
