Direct & Chronicity - Military personnel are often exposed to high levels of noise from gunfire, explosions, aircraft, heavy machinery, and other combat-related activities. Continuous exposure to such loud noises can damage the delicate structures of the inner ear, leading to hearing loss. If you believe your Hearing Loss was caused by a direct cause from the military or chronicity of your duties and demands, please click this link to complete your statement. https://www.cognitoforms.com/OperationStandDownRI/directchronicity