Photo by Engin Akyurt from Pexels Mesothelioma is a devastating disease that disproportionately affects military veterans, particularly those who served in the U.S. Navy, Army, Air Force, and Marine Corps. Due to extensive asbestos use in military equipment, vehicles, and buildings throughout the 20th century, many veterans were unknowingly exposed to asbestos, leading to long-term […]
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Building Your VA Claim for Success
The process of submitting a VA compensation claim has led many Veterans to believe they need to pay thousands of dollars for their claim to be successful. However, filing a claim does not require costly fees. When the VA reviews your claim, the evidence of record must show your claimed disability is related to military […]
The Benefits of Craft-Based Hobbies for Boosting Veteran Wellbeing
Image source: https://www.pexels.com/photo/man-holding-wooden-stick-while-drilling-hole-1094767/ Craft-based hobbies can be fun. They can also help to boost wellbeing. Creative hands-on activities can benefit veterans by improving mental health, reducing stress, and fostering connections with others. Each craft brings unique rewards, offering relaxation, focus, or emotional expression. […]
Understanding the Challenges and Recovery of the Impact of PTSD, Anxiety, and Depression
Due to the mental and physical struggles veterans experienced while in military service, some of our nation’s retired military men and women find it hard to recover and go back to the life they once had. PTSD, anxiety, depression, physical injuries, and substance abuse disorders are some of the things that prevent them from living […]
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The Road to Recovery: Legal and Medical Resources for Veterans Injured in a Car Accident
The Road to Recovery: Legal and Medical Resources for Veterans Injured in a Car Accident If you’re a veteran who’s been in a car accident, you’ve already got enough on your plate. The last thing you need is a confusing mess of paperwork, medical bills, and insurance companies making you jump through hoops. You might […]
Mental Health Resources for Veterans and Family Members
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Addressing the Unique Mental Health Needs of Women Veterans Have you ever wondered what challenges women veterans face after serving their country? The mental health needs of women veterans often go unnoticed, yet their experiences demand attention. How can we step up to make a difference? Supporting organizations like NAAV, Inc. offers a powerful way […]
Understanding PTSD and Its Impact on Substance Use Among Veterans
Courtesy: DIDisreal For many veterans, the scars of war are not just physical; they are psychological and emotional. Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) can haunt veterans long after they return home; it can also lead them to opt for unhealthy ways of relief, such as substance use. Unfortunately, this self-medication can create a dangerous cycle where […]
Terror suspects’ military connections highlight mental health among veterans – ABC11 Raleigh-Durham
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