Unlocking the Proof- Demonstrating Diabetes as a Service-Connected Condition

How do you prove diabetes is service-connected? This is a question that often arises for veterans who have been diagnosed with diabetes and are seeking to have their condition recognized as service-connected by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). Diabetes, a chronic condition characterized by high blood sugar levels, can be challenging to prove as service-connected due to the complexity of its causes and the difficulty in establishing a direct link to military service. In this article, we will explore the steps and evidence required to prove diabetes is service-connected and the importance of understanding the VA’s criteria for service connection.