Veterans with endometriosis can now get benefits without surgery

The US Veterans Affairs department will stop requiring surgery to prove endometriosis for disability claims. This means veterans with the condition can get benefits faster and without an invasive procedure.

For decades, veterans with endometriosis had to undergo a specific surgery to prove their condition to the VA. This was a painful, invasive, and often unnecessary step, given modern diagnostic methods. Removing this requirement means the VA is finally catching up to current medical practice, making it easier for veterans to access care.