Sleep apnea has been a VA-rated disability since 1996. Research shows that active-duty service members are 34% more likely to report not getting enough sleep than civilians with no history of military service, in some cases sleep apnea could be playing a role for these veterans.

Organizations such as Veterans Guide assist veterans with the array of issues they may face, such as obtaining proper disability compensation, financial and health assistance, information on the GI bill, and more. Veterans Guide created some helpful guides and will continuously be adding more. Check out:

Sleep Apnea VA Disability – veteransguide.org/va-disability/ratings/sleep-apnea/

VA Disability Appeals – veteransguide.org/va-disability/appeals/

Veterans Guide believes it is important to provide support, tools, and information to veterans and their families. They aim to ensure that vets have access to what they need to minimize challenges related to health and finances. 

For more information, visit veteransguide.org.