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VA claims blogger

VA-FAIR AND BALANCED

Posted on July 24, 2012 by asknod

I wouldn’t be surprised if the Undersecretary for vA Apologies doesn’t come out with the new Logo. No flies on Fox News. FAIR AND BALANCED YOU REPORT WE DECIDE  According to the poohboahs, every claim is viewed in the light most favorable … Continue reading →

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JACK DANIELS FISHING STORY

Posted on July 23, 2012 by asknod

More from Michigan Bob. This is entirely believable. Most snakes hear you coming and beat feet. Most. Not our friend the Water Moccasin. They come to you knowing you are a potential meal. Jack Daniels Fishing Story I went fishing … Continue reading →

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HCV–HOW BAD WILL IT BE?

Posted on July 23, 2012 by asknod

This just in from member Shawn  about predictors of how bad and how rapidly your liver deteriorates measured by a 1970s- era infection. Its done by the NIH which makes it semi-legit. At least they don’t have financial ax to … Continue reading →

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ADVENTURES IN vA LAND–NEW BOOK

Posted on July 23, 2012 by asknod

Well, I guess the cat’s out of the bag now. XLibris just informed me they sent out this press release several days ago. I’m not finished talking to them on price. I didn’t get any input on that yet. I … Continue reading →

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BVA–WHERE’S WALDO?

Posted on July 22, 2012 by asknod

Okay what’s wrong with this picture? We’ve all thrown bottles into the ocean via the IRIS system here at Nodville to no avail. The BvA steadfastly insists they’re “working on it”. We can see the BVA decisions are there and … Continue reading →

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VBM–FOREGO THE C&P?

Posted on July 21, 2012 by asknod

Before I begin, I would like it known that Michigan Bob has given us a new 2011 VBM. As for the title above, I know that looks like a misprint and I was floored to read it myself. Nevertheless, right there on … Continue reading →

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$18.2 MILLION FOR TBI DOWN THE TUBES

Posted on July 20, 2012 by asknod

Detroit Bob sens us this dismal news. It seems like more of the same time after time. The assessment at the end of the article says it all: Dr. Chrisanne Gordon, chairwoman of Resurrecting Lives, a TBI research, treatment and advocacy … Continue reading →

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LEJEUNE H²0 BILL PASSES SENATE

Posted on July 20, 2012 by asknod

Great news for all those with the cancer. Now, after the Senate has done their duty, the  Govt. empties out the bag and fesses up. It would be nice to see this out of the House promptly and on the … Continue reading →

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CAVC–ACEVEDO v. SHINSEKI– TWISTING THE MEANING

Posted on July 19, 2012 by asknod

Claims appealed to the CAVC should have to pass the smell test. This one didn’t. Bernadine Acevedo should be ashamed of herself. Actually Bob, Zach, Myung and Alexandra from the Providence Rhode Island Improv Society should have to apologize for … Continue reading →

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Top 10 Reasons Why Men Prefer Guns Over Women

Posted on July 19, 2012 by asknod

Here goes… #10 – You can trade an old 44 for a new 22. #9 – You can keep one gun at home and have another for when you’re on the road. #8 – If you admire a friend’s gun … Continue reading →

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