Extension of Presumptive Period for Gulf War Illness
 

Extension of Presumptive Period for Gulf War Illness 11-10-16
RE: VFW Action Corps <vfwac@vfw.org>

Extension of Presumptive Period for Gulf War Illness:

VA announced that it will extend to December 31, 2021, the date by which Gulf War veterans are able to apply for presumptive disability compensation for Gulf War Illness and other conditions associated with service in the 1991 Gulf War, such as chronic fatigue syndrome, fibromyalgia and functional gastrointestinal disorders. The presumptive period for these illnesses was set to expire on December 31, 2016.

For information on research regarding the causes and effective treatments for Gulf War Illness, visit: http://cdmrp.army.mil/GWIRP.