To file for Sleep Apnea, we will need you to complete a statement describing how you believe this condition was caused by your time in the service and how it affects you to this day. How do you believe your Sleep Apnea was caused by your time in service? Please use the prompts below to best determine how you believe your Sleep Apnea is service-connected, then fill out the appropriate statement form. If you believe your condition was caused by multiple factors below, please select the factor that outweighs the rest, and then be sure to mention all applicable service-connected reasoning within your statement.

Toxic Exposure - Veterans who were exposed to environmental hazards during their service, such as burn pits, sandstorms, or other airborne pollutants, may be at an increased risk for developing sleep apnea. If you believe your Sleep Apnea was caused by toxic exposure, please click this link to complete your statement.

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Direct & Chronicity - Injuries to the head, neck, or chest that occurred during military service, such as traumatic brain injury (TBI) or fractures, can lead to sleep apnea. Military service can involve long periods of irregular sleep patterns, such as during deployments or training exercises, which can contribute to sleep apnea. If you believe your Sleep Apnea 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

Secondary to other Service-Connected conditions - Certain service-connected medical conditions, such as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), depression, obesity, or respiratory conditions can increase the risk of developing sleep apnea. If you believe your Sleep Apnea was caused by another already service-connected conditions, please click this link to complete your statement.

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