03-03-2022, 03:54 AM
Desert Storm was a short war, but Veterans from that era still have many different avenues and programs
to connect with VA. Below is information on how Desert Storm Veterans can engage with VA.
Get a free health exam
VA’s Gulf War Registry Health Exam alerts Veterans to possible long-term health problems that may be
related to environmental exposures during their military service. The registry data helps VA understand and
respond to these health problems more effectively. Important points about registry health exams:
Free to eligible Veterans and no co-payment.
Not a disability compensation exam or required for other VA benefits.
Enrollment in VA’s health care system not necessary.
Based on Veterans’ recollection of service, not on their military records.
Veterans can receive additional registry exams, if new problems develop.
Veterans’ family members are not eligible for registry exams.
VA’s Gulf War Registry Health Exam alerts Veterans to possible long-term health problems that may be
related to environmental exposures during their military service. The registry data helps VA understand and
respond to these health problems more effectively. Contact your local VA Environmental Health
Coordinator at https://www.publichealth.va.gov/exposure...nators.asp about getting a Gulf War
Registry health exam.
Register for the Airborne Hazards and Open Burn Pit Registry
Veterans who are eligible for the Gulf War Registry may also join the Airborne Hazards and Open Burn
Pit Registry, which includes additional data related to airborne hazards.
The registry is a database of information about Veterans and service members collected through a
questionnaire.
OEF/OIF/OND/OFS Veterans and service members who have deployed to the Southwest Asia
theater of operations on or after August 2, 1990, as well as those who have deployed to Afghanistan
or Djibouti after September 11, 2001, can use the registry.
At https://veteran.mobilehealth.va.gov/AHBurnPitRegistry check your eligibility and sign up through
an online questionnaire. Learn more about the burn pit registry in this Borne the Battle Benefits Breakdown
found at https://www.blogs.va.gov/VAntage/72475/b...-registry/
Get a mammogram or prostate exam
All women over 45 should get regular mammograms. VA recommends yearly
mammograms by age 45, every other year by age 55, and regular mammograms at age
75+.
For men, screening tests often include a prostate specific antigen (PSA) blood test. For
men between ages 55 and 69, talk with a healthcare provider about the pros and cons of
screening.
to connect with VA. Below is information on how Desert Storm Veterans can engage with VA.
Get a free health exam
VA’s Gulf War Registry Health Exam alerts Veterans to possible long-term health problems that may be
related to environmental exposures during their military service. The registry data helps VA understand and
respond to these health problems more effectively. Important points about registry health exams:
Free to eligible Veterans and no co-payment.
Not a disability compensation exam or required for other VA benefits.
Enrollment in VA’s health care system not necessary.
Based on Veterans’ recollection of service, not on their military records.
Veterans can receive additional registry exams, if new problems develop.
Veterans’ family members are not eligible for registry exams.
VA’s Gulf War Registry Health Exam alerts Veterans to possible long-term health problems that may be
related to environmental exposures during their military service. The registry data helps VA understand and
respond to these health problems more effectively. Contact your local VA Environmental Health
Coordinator at https://www.publichealth.va.gov/exposure...nators.asp about getting a Gulf War
Registry health exam.
Register for the Airborne Hazards and Open Burn Pit Registry
Veterans who are eligible for the Gulf War Registry may also join the Airborne Hazards and Open Burn
Pit Registry, which includes additional data related to airborne hazards.
The registry is a database of information about Veterans and service members collected through a
questionnaire.
OEF/OIF/OND/OFS Veterans and service members who have deployed to the Southwest Asia
theater of operations on or after August 2, 1990, as well as those who have deployed to Afghanistan
or Djibouti after September 11, 2001, can use the registry.
At https://veteran.mobilehealth.va.gov/AHBurnPitRegistry check your eligibility and sign up through
an online questionnaire. Learn more about the burn pit registry in this Borne the Battle Benefits Breakdown
found at https://www.blogs.va.gov/VAntage/72475/b...-registry/
Get a mammogram or prostate exam
All women over 45 should get regular mammograms. VA recommends yearly
mammograms by age 45, every other year by age 55, and regular mammograms at age
75+.
For men, screening tests often include a prostate specific antigen (PSA) blood test. For
men between ages 55 and 69, talk with a healthcare provider about the pros and cons of
screening.