Multiple sclerosis decisions — 2026

The Board has found that the Veteran requires personal care services for at least six continuous months based on his inability to perform an activity of daily living, specifically dressing independently. The Board also finds that participation in the PCAFC is in the Veteran's best interest and remands the case to obtain a clinical determination from CEAT.

The Veteran's cause of death was due to Multiple Sclerosis, which he had been service-connected for since August 29, 2013. The appellant filed a request for substitution in February 2021 and received DIC benefits on November 28, 2023. She is seeking an earlier effective date but the claim was not submitted prior to March 24, 2015, when formal claims were required.

The Board has found that the VA medical opinions are inadequate and requires further examination to determine if the Veteran's multiple sclerosis and thyroid disabilities are related to his service.

The Veteran's multiple sclerosis was diagnosed within seven years of his separation from service, and the Board has granted service connection for this condition on a presumptive basis.

The Board has granted service connection for skin rash and multiple sclerosis, finding that the Veteran's conditions are related to his active duty service. The Board also remanded the issue of service connection for PTSD.

The Board has granted the Veteran's claim for service connection for multiple sclerosis, finding that his symptoms began within seven years of his separation from active duty and have been continuously symptomatic since then. The decision also acknowledges exposure to toxic fumes during service in Southwest Asia.

The Board has denied the Veteran's and N.B.'s application for eligibility to enroll in the Program of Comprehensive Assistance for Family Caregivers (PCAFC) due to insufficient evidence showing a need for personal care services.

The Veteran's service connection claim for Multiple Sclerosis (MS) is granted. The issue of secondary service connection for Obstructive Sleep Apnea is remanded.

The Board has remanded the claims for service connection due to new evidence received, and because of potential interrelatedness with other conditions. The Veteran's MS is being examined again, along with her leg disabilities and psychiatric disorder.