As a nation, we honor and respect our military veterans for their sacrifice, service, and courage. We thank them for defending our freedom and securing our future. We praise them for their excellence and professionalism in performing their duties. We…
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,…
The National Resource Directory (NRD) is a United States Government inter-agency web portal for Wounded Warriors, Service Members, Veterans, their families and caregivers. It provides information and links to thousands of national, state and local resources. The NRD is a…
I understand that peripheral neuropathy can be a challenging condition to deal with. It involves damage or dysfunction of the peripheral nerves, which are essential for transmitting signals between the central nervous system and the rest of the body. These…
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…
The Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) certification is a designation provided by the U.S. federal government to businesses that are majority-owned and controlled by service-disabled veterans. This program is a part of the government’s efforts to promote and support veteran…
We here at NWAVet are urging all Veterans to call their Senators and Representatives in support of the GUARD VA Benefits Act of 2023. There are dozens of companies and people who advertise on the Internet that they will help…
Combat-Related Special Compensation (CRSC) is a program established by the United States Department of Defense (DoD) to provide eligible military retirees with additional compensation to offset the reduction in their retirement pay due to combat-related disabilities. CRSC is designed to…
The Camp Lejeune water contamination crisis stands as a sobering reminder of the profound impact that environmental hazards can have on the lives of veterans and their families. The hazardous chemicals that tainted the base’s water supply have left a…
If you are a veteran who suffers from migraines, you may be eligible for VA disability benefits. Migraines are a debilitating condition that can cause severe pain, nausea, vomiting, and other symptoms. If your migraines are service-connected, you may be…
