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Military Exposures

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Veterans may have been exposed to a range of chemical, physical, and environmental hazards during military service.

Health Findings from the Gulf War Longitudinal Study

Researchers found that Gulf War Veterans were more likely to report having medical conditions compared to Veterans who served elsewhere during the Gulf War. Gulf War Veterans also reported medical conditions earlier than non-deployed Gulf War Era Veterans. Findings from this study are from the Gulf War Longitudinal Study.

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A free medical assessment for possible health problems related to specific environmental hazards

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Health care services for eligible Veterans, how to qualify and apply

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Find out about military exposure-related research studies

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