An estimated 57% of denied claims for military sexual trauma (MST) between Oct. 1 and Dec. 31, 2019, were not processed correctly, according to a Department of Veterans Affairs Office […]
DAV testified at three hearings in 2021 that either focused specifically on the claims process for MST-related conditions or highlighted legislation to reform.
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National Service Officer Carmen McGinnis said she is keenly aware of just what it takes to get a claim related to MST across the finish line—both as a DAV benefits advocate and an MST survivor. “I am proud to have served—incredibly proud to be a Marine,” she told lawmakers at the hearing.
VA still faces challenges with MST claims, coordination of care for ...
The Department of Veterans Affairs recently launched a free mobile app to help veterans heal from the effects of military sexual trauma (MST). The VA’s National Center for Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder […]
Discussion: VBA continues to build on the continuous program improvements for MST survivors, incorporating a more compassionate claims submission experience by building program improvements that implement plain language with trauma-informed principles to internal and external MST communications. VBA, in partnership with Veterans Experience Office, uses a balanced approach for MST-related ...
Army veteran and MST survivor sheds light on her struggles and the importance of mental health VA care for veterans seeking support.
Army veteran and MST survivor: 'I was broken for years' - DAV