Vietnam Veterans’ Skin Conditions May Be Due to Agent Orange
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has developed a list of diseases presumed to be associated with veterans' exposure to Agent Orange. Veterans who served during the Vietnam War era may have been exposed to this toxic herbicide, which may cause several ailments....
Reducing Coronary Heart Disease and Stroke
Reducing Coronary Heart Disease and Stroke Social Security disability benefits may be available if you suffer from a severe medical condition that leaves you unable to work. Heart disease and stroke are common causes of disability in the U.S. According to a report...
National Institute of Health and Care Excellence Recommends New CIU Drug
Chronic spontaneous urticaria (CSU) – called chronic idiopathic urticaria (CIU) in the U.S. – is a potentially disabling skin condition that, according to the World Allergy Organization, may affect as much as two percent of the U.S. population. This chronic skin...
Multiple Sclerosis
Individuals who suffer from Multiple Sclerosis (MS) face many challenges in their day-to-day lives, including trouble controlling small movements, difficultly with walking and fatigue. These health problems can make it challenging for patients with MS to hold steady...
Epilepsy Rates Among Veterans on the Rise
Though the majority of epilepsy diagnoses cannot be traced to a specific event some cases are linked to a head injury. A head injury can trigger epileptic seizures that can cause the patient to suffer for the rest of their life. Epilepsy In Veterans Veterans are in...
Disabled Children of Vietnam Vets May Qualify for SSD Benefits
Children or grandchildren of a Vietnam vet exposed to Agent Orange who are disabled could seek help through Social Security benefits in addition to benefits through the Veteran’s Administration (VA). The VA recognizes some birth defects – like spina bifida – as...
Can your VA disability benefits be garnished for child support?
At Disability Help Group we want to keep you informed. One topic that comes up again and again with our clients is that of alimony and child support. Many disabled veterans want to know if their VA disability compensation can be garnished for child...
New Disabling Condition Linked to Agent Orange Exposure in Vietnam Veterans
It is presumed that nearly all veterans who served during the Vietnam War and were actively stationed in combat areas were exposed to Agent Orange at some point. The herbicide was so widely used that the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) designated "Agent Orange...
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