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Veterans

Even though his esophageal illness necessitates chewing food for 10 to 15 minutes, a veteran with a chronic illness is not entitled to more benefits, the Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims ruled, because he is still able to eat more than “pure” liquid.

WASHINGTON — Even though his esophageal illness necessitates chewing food for 10 to 15 minutes, a veteran with a chronic illness is not entitled to more benefits, the Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims ruled, because he is still able to eat more than “pure” liquid.

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