Veterans benefits for post-traumatic stress disorder in the United States

Legacy Partners With the US Department of Veterans Affairs to Analyze Fertility in Global War On Terror Veterans

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Tuesday, August 23, 2022
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The study aims to shed light on the potential causes of infertility in the military.

Key Points: 
  • The study aims to shed light on the potential causes of infertility in the military.
  • Military members who have served in recent conflicts are 2X more likely to experience infertility, yet the cause of this widespread problem is greatly misunderstood.
  • With this data, the VHA will be able to expand the fertility services offered to veterans who struggle with infertility as a result of their service in the military.
  • David Shulkin, MD, Former Secretary of the US Department of Veterans Affairs noted, infertility has been largely ignored when it comes to toxic exposures.

The Veterans Consortium Pro Bono Program Announces New Member Of The Executive Board

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Wednesday, August 4, 2021
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Effective immediately, Mr. Spataro will take over as the National Veterans Legal Services Program (NVLSP) member on TVC's Executive Board upon the departure of Bart Stichman, who has served in that role since 2017.

Key Points: 
  • Effective immediately, Mr. Spataro will take over as the National Veterans Legal Services Program (NVLSP) member on TVC's Executive Board upon the departure of Bart Stichman, who has served in that role since 2017.
  • He has also represented veterans before the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit, the Board of Veterans' Appeals, and VA Regional Offices.
  • The Veterans Consortium Pro Bono Program (TVC) is a leading national 501(c)(3) charity providing free legal services in federal venues for veterans in need.
  • TVC operates a federal Veterans Pro Bono Program on behalf of the U.S. Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims to represent pro se veterans denied care, benefits, or compensation earned from military service.

From Symptoms to Treatment, New Survey Reveals Americans' Strong Misconceptions About PTSD

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Thursday, June 3, 2021
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What we found is that there are strong misconceptions on everything from symptoms to treatments."

Key Points: 
  • What we found is that there are strong misconceptions on everything from symptoms to treatments."
  • The survey of more than 2,000 U.S. adults and conducted by The Harris Poll, offers a broad overview of Americans' perceptions of PTSD.
  • Although PTSD is associated with an increased risk of violence, the majority of veterans and non-veterans with PTSD have never engaged in violence.
  • "The misconceptions that exist around PTSD are obstacles standing in the way of people receiving critical mental health care.

VA Study Shows Service Dogs Impact Veterans with PTSD Canine Companions® applauds expansion of VA insurance benefits for Veterans

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Wednesday, March 17, 2021
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SANTA ROSA, Calif., March 17, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The results of an important research study completed by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) shows significant benefits from service dogs for veterans with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).

Key Points: 
  • SANTA ROSA, Calif., March 17, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The results of an important research study completed by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) shows significant benefits from service dogs for veterans with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
  • The results are staggering: Veterans paired with service dogs showed less suicidal ideation and more improvement in mental health than those paired with emotional support dogs.
  • Canine Companions , the first and largest provider of service dogs, was one of three organizations selected to participate in the VA study as a provider of trained service and emotional support dogs.
  • At the conclusion of the study, Canine Companions was the last provider organization still involved and placed a total of 99 dogs with veterans with PTSD.

State of the Art Software System VetPro Is Free to Veteran Service Organizations During COVID Crisis in Order to Help Veteran Representative Work Remotely With Veterans and Better Serve Disabled Veterans While Maintaining Social Distance

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Friday, June 12, 2020
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During "Operation VetPro," the disability claim management system, VetPro, is available to any organization that works to support disabled Veterans apply for benefits from the Department of Veterans Affairs.

Key Points: 
  • During "Operation VetPro," the disability claim management system, VetPro, is available to any organization that works to support disabled Veterans apply for benefits from the Department of Veterans Affairs.
  • As the country opens up, it is critical to keep our Veterans safe and out of crowded offices.
  • We feel it has truly made a positive impact on our Nation's Veterans during this time of crisis.
  • By extending access to VetPro for another month will be able to help our users help even more Veterans.

Timing Is Key To Success With Veterans Disability Appeals, Allsup Reports

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Wednesday, May 13, 2020
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Belleville, Illinois, May 13, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Although the country is in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, veterans options for filing their VA disability appeals are providing more timely results in the VA disability compensation program, according to experts with Allsup Veterans Disability Appeal Services .

Key Points: 
  • Belleville, Illinois, May 13, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Although the country is in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, veterans options for filing their VA disability appeals are providing more timely results in the VA disability compensation program, according to experts with Allsup Veterans Disability Appeal Services .
  • We are a little over one year into seeing how veterans new disability appeals options are serving the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, and one of the benefits is seeing disability benefits decisions come through more quickly for veterans, said Brett Buchanan, VA-accredited claims agent for Allsup.
  • This is the best time to pursue your VA disability benefits, dont delay your VA disability appeal simply because of the pandemic, Buchanan added.
  • For more assistance with your veterans disability appeal, call Allsup Veterans Disability Appeal Services at (888) 372-1190.

VA Maryland Health Care System Invites Women to Continue Making History with VA

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Thursday, February 27, 2020
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BALTIMORE, Feb. 27, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- This Women's History Month, the VA Maryland Health Care System invites women veterans to continue making history with VA.

Key Points: 
  • BALTIMORE, Feb. 27, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- This Women's History Month, the VA Maryland Health Care System invites women veterans to continue making history with VA.
    "For the Department of Veterans Affairs, Women's History Month means more than just celebrating our women veterans it means making sure they're proud of the role we play in the remaining chapters of their story," said VA Chief of Staff Pam Powers.
  • "The VA Maryland Health Care System offers a host of services geared toward women veterans," said Zelda McCormick, Women Veterans Program Manager at the VA Maryland Health Care System.
  • It costs nothing for veterans to enroll for health care with the VA Maryland Health Care System and it could be one of the more important things a veteran can do.
  • To enroll for VA health care, interested veterans can call 877-222-8387 Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., or they can visit http://www.va.gov and clinic on "Apply now for VA health care."

K.I.N.D. Concentrates Teams Up with Nonprofit Leaf for Life Foundation to Support Veteran Families and Spread PTSD Awareness in Arizona

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Tuesday, October 1, 2019
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Concentrates has partnered with Leaf for Life Foundation, an Arizona 501(c)3 nonprofit organization to support their Helping Veteran Families Stand United program.

Key Points: 
  • Concentrates has partnered with Leaf for Life Foundation, an Arizona 501(c)3 nonprofit organization to support their Helping Veteran Families Stand United program.
  • Established in 2018, Leaf for Life Foundation supports families with veterans who suffer from PTSD and other mental health issues.
  • About Leaf for Life Foundation:
    The Leaf for Life Foundation is a non-profit organization dedicated to Loving Every American Family for Life.
  • Through community events, family-based activities and support from local businesses, Leaf for Life Foundation helps veteran families affected by PTSD and mental health issues stand united.

VA Claims Insider Acquires Military Disability Made Easy to Help More Veterans Get the VA Disability Rating and Compensation They Deserve

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Friday, March 22, 2019
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This is precisely why 8/10 veterans are currently underratedmeaning they do not have the VA disability rating and compensation they deserve.

Key Points: 
  • This is precisely why 8/10 veterans are currently underratedmeaning they do not have the VA disability rating and compensation they deserve.
  • This matchmaking results in veterans being able to win their VA disability claim or appeals, get conditions service-connected, and obtain the VA disability rating and compensation they deserve in less time.
  • "VA Claims Insider's sole focus is on becoming The Most Trusted Name in VA Disability Claims.
  • Military Disability Made Easy was founded in 2013 by retired Air Force Colonel, Dr. George Johnson, and VA Disability Specialist, Rebecca Sara.

QTC Medical Services Awarded Prime Contracts by U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

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Wednesday, January 23, 2019
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RESTON, Va., Jan. 23, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- QTC Medical Services, Inc , a Leidos company (NYSE: LDOS), was awarded four prime contracts by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to continue to provide medical disability examinations for the Veterans Benefits Administration (VBA).

Key Points: 
  • RESTON, Va., Jan. 23, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- QTC Medical Services, Inc , a Leidos company (NYSE: LDOS), was awarded four prime contracts by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to continue to provide medical disability examinations for the Veterans Benefits Administration (VBA).
  • QTC will apply its more than 35 years of expertise in providing high-quality, technology-driven exam solutions to continue to provide the VBA with medical disability examination services under the new contracts.
  • "Our Veterans deserve an expedient, efficient and reliable system to provide medical disability examinations," said QTC Senior Vice President Grant Kim.
  • QTC Medical Services, Inc., acquired by Leidos in 2016, partners with each customer to identify existing and forecasted program needs and delivers a full complement of disability-focused medical examination and diagnostic testing services.