Author: Telemedica
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How a PTSD DBQ Enhances Your VA Disability Claim
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is one of the most common disability claims among veterans. If you are a veteran with a current PTSD diagnosis, you may qualify for VA disability benefits regardless of where or when you served in the armed forces. This blog examines what a PTSD Disability Benefits Questionnaire (DBQ) form is, how…
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6 Common VA Secondary Conditions to Migraines
Chronic (long-term) migraines often cause or worsen other severe conditions, such as sleep, mood, and digestive disorders. If you are a veteran, receiving, or applying for migraine disability compensation, you may be interested in knowing that if your service-connected migraine condition leads to a VA-ratable secondary condition, you could be entitled to a higher VA…
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8 Common VA Secondary Conditions to Hypertension
If you have service-connected hypertension, you may be eligible for a higher VA disability rating—especially if your high blood pressure has caused or worsened another VA-ratable health condition. The VA recognizes several secondary conditions to hypertension, including heart disease, kidney disease, and even erectile dysfunction (ED). In this post, we’ll examine how high blood pressure…
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How a GERD DBQ Strengthens Your VA Claim
Researchers estimate that approximately 20% of people in the U.S. have a gastrointestinal disorder called gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). If you were diagnosed with GERD, you most likely know how its symptoms can interfere with your day-to-day life because GERD is more than just an occasional experience of indigestion. If you feel your GERD was…
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How To Administer Semaglutide Injections: A Step-by-Step Guide
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that nearly 50 percent of Americans attempt to lose weight each year, and the World Health Organization (WHO) says that complications from obesity or being overweight kill at least 2.8 million people yearly in what the organization calls a “global epidemic. These statistics follow the same…
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Service Connecting VA Sleep Apnea Secondary to Weight Gain (as an Intermediate Step)
For many veterans, sleep apnea is not just an isolated condition—it’s linked to other issues like weight gain, medication side effects, or service-connected physical limitations. Fortunately, you may be able to connect these factors through an intermediate step making a case for sleep apnea as secondary to your existing conditions. In this post, we’ll explain…
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What is the Best Injection for Weight Loss at Home?
Looking for the best injection for weight loss at home? Thanks to advancements in medical science, injectable treatments have become a powerful tool for weight management. These medications work by reducing hunger and regulating how the body processes and stores energy, making it easier to lose weight. These treatments can deliver lasting results when combined…
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Nexus Letter for Sleep Apnea Secondary to Depression
If your VA claim was denied or you didn’t receive the disability rating you deserve, you may benefit from a nexus letter. A nexus letter helps connect your condition to your military service while providing validity to your VA claim. In this post, we’ll explore how a nexus letter for sleep apnea secondary to depression…
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How a Sleep Apnea DBQ Can Support Your VA Claim
If you are a veteran with sleep apnea, you understand how symptoms can interfere with your day-to-day life. Lack of sleep can interfere with many functions needed to get through the day, such as focusing, remembering things, and completing basic tasks. If you believe that your sleep apnea was the result of (or worsened by)…
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How to Talk About PTSD: A Veteran’s Guide
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) affects many veterans, frequently because of traumatic experiences encountered during their service. However, talking about PTSD isn’t always easy, especially due to the stigma around mental health conditions. The post is to help guide veterans with PTSD through essential conversations in a way that is respectful and supportive. Understanding PTSD Before you…