40% of vets report worries about military toxic exposure injuries Since November, VA officials have screened more than 1 million veterans for health issues related to things like burn pit smoke and chemical contamination.By Leo Shane III4 weeks ago
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New in 2023: PACT Act processing set to start Jan. 1More than 176,000 veterans have already applied for benefits through the new law.By Leo Shane III5 weeks ago
Biden urges vets to apply for burn pit benefits right awayThe commander in chief traveled to Delaware for a veterans town hall to highlight new services and help for toxic exposure victims.By Leo Shane III7 weeks ago
VA starting work on terminally ill vets’ PACT Act claims immediately The move could speed up benefits for about 2,500 veterans.By Leo Shane III7 weeks ago
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