WASHINGTON - A bill that would enhance health care and disability benefits for millions of veterans exposed to toxic burn pits hit a snag in the Senate last week, angering advocates like comedian Jon Stewart who say help from the government is long overdue. Lawmakers have been hearing increasin...
Veterans with a service-connected disability are often eligible for various benefits, including VA health care benefits, and sometimes service-connected disability compensation. Keep in mind, that some service-connected disability ratings could be 0%, which might leave you ineligible for certain benefits...
benefits and health care from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). As of 2024, married veterans with mesothelioma can get$3,946.25 monthly and morefrom the VA if they’re eligible for 100% disability. Mesothelioma Hope can help you file for VA benefits or increase your VA ...
During the last 30 years, Agent Orange legislation has established and updated the health and disability benefits of Vietnam veterans exposed to herbicides. Several laws were enacted by Congress to provide health care services to Vietnam veterans. The Veterans' Health Care, Training and Small ...
The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs provides healthcare assistance to those who have served in the military. Determining whether your loved one is eligible for benefits isn't as complicated as it might first appear. Several factors can influence qualification for benefits: Degree of disability...
Combat Duty in Iraq and Afghanistan, Mental Health Problems, and Barriers to Care — NEJM To the Editor: Hoge et al. (July 1 issue)1 assessed mental health problems in members of the U.S. Army and Marine Corps who were involved in combat operati... Hoge CWCastro CAMesser SCMcGurk D...
VA Health Care Enrollment – How to Apply for VA Health Care Benefits Military Life Insurance Guide – How Much, What Type, & Where to Buy it Why Family Servicemembers’ Group Life Insurance (SGLI) Isn’t Enough for Most Military Families ...
Additional valuable insights from veterans with varying levels of engagement can shed further light on the benefits of the WH service of care to veterans’ wellbeing. Perspectives from less engaged veterans may help inform system changes aimed to provide access to WH activities – or other ...
2022 PACT Act: Understanding Health Care Eligibility and Benefits The Honoring Our Promise to Address Comprehensive Toxics Act – or Honoring Our PACT Act of 2022 – expands VA health care and benefits for Veterans exposed to burn pits and other toxic substances. The Act expands and extends eligi...
The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs has three administrations: the Veterans Health Administration (VHA), the Veterans Benefits Administration (VBA), and the National Cemetery Administration (NCA). It provides medical care, benefits, and a variety of essential services to veterans of the U.S....