Gulf War Illness Report
VA has asked the National Academy of Sciences’ Institute of Medicine to review a recent report from the VA Research Advisory Committee on Gulf War Veterans’ Illnesses. The report identified possible causes for a multi–symptom condition resulting from service in the 1990 – 1991 Gulf War. For years, VA has recognized conditions, granted benefits and provided health care to Gulf War veterans suffering from a wide range of symptoms, even though their conditions have not been scientifically recognized as a specific disease or injury. (more)
Holiday Messages
Want to share some joy by letting hospitalized veterans and military service members know you are thinking of them during this holiday season? Sending greeting cards, “care packages” and Internet messages of thanks for their service are some of the ways to do that. A number of corporations and non–profit organizations are pitching in to help brighten the holidays for service members and hospitalized veterans. To see how you can participate, click here.
Identity Theft
Identity thieves can steal your money and ruin your credit rating. Learn how to protect your identity and minimize the damage if you’ve been victimized. The Federal Trade Commission’s Identity Theft Site provides information to help you defend against identity theft. It includes information for military personnel and their families on how to fight back against identity theft. For practical tips on guarding against Internet fraud and protecting your personal information, visit OnGuardOnline.gov.
