Veterans Benefits
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Read more: American Legion Department Service Officer Comes Through for Veteran
When American Legion Harry C Miller Post 1187 member Keith Kay returned from Iraq in 2008, he was surprised and frustrated that the VA wouldn’t approve his tinnitus claim. “Despite having been in sustained combat, and having our tiny firebase mortared and rocketed every week, lacking a LOD (line of […]
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Veteran Resources for Memorial Day
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Read more: Veteran Resources for Memorial DayMemorial Day is a time when we come together as a Nation to honor and remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice while serving in the armed forces. For many Veterans, this day can evoke a mix of emotions, ranging from pride and gratitude to grief […]
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Veterans, Make Your Voice Heard
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Read more: Veterans, Make Your Voice HeardVeterans benefits are once again in the crosshairs, with the Washington Post’s April 3 editiorial arguing for means testing VA Disability. Whether you are a member of the American Legion or not, our advocacy efforts in Congress and Statehouses nationwide fight for all Veterans. And while the VA Secretary has […]
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Did you Know? Veterans more likely to have IBS.
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Read more: Did you Know? Veterans more likely to have IBS.Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is an uncomfortable condition characterized by abdominal discomfort associated with altered bowel movements, that may be caused by a disturbance in the way the gut, brain, and nervous system interact. Recent studies have shown that Veterans, especially Veterans with anxiety or PTSD, have a higher incidence […]
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PACT Act Eligibility
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Read more: PACT Act EligibilityThe PACT Act is a new law that expands VA health care and benefits for Veterans exposed to burn pits, Agent Orange, and other toxic substances. The PACT Act adds to the list of health conditions the VA assumes (or “presumes”) are caused by exposure to these substances. This law […]
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