Am Fam Physician. 2013;88(9):001-003
| Resource | Description | Website |
|---|---|---|
| American Council on Education | Information on academic credit for military experience | http://www.acenet.edu/higher-education/topics/Pages/College-Credit-for-Military-Service.aspx |
| eBenefits | Benefits and services available to veterans | https://www.ebenefits.va.gov/ebenefits-portal/ |
| Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America | Provides health, employment, education, and community resources | http://iava.org/ |
| Post 9/11 GI Bill | Educational benefits provided by the VA | http://www.gibill.va.gov/ |
| Posttraumatic stress disorder treatment program locator | Provides a list of specialized programs available in each state | http://www2.va.gov/directory/guide/ptsd_flsh.asp |
| Servicemembers Opportunity Colleges | Educational opportunities available to service members | http://www.soc.aascu.org/ |
| Student Veterans of America | Resources and support for student veterans to thrive in postsecondary education and beyond | http://www.studentveterans.org/ |
| Toolkit for Veteran Friendly Institutions | Information to help institutions of higher education build effective programs for veteran students | https://vetfriendlytoolkit.acenet.edu/Pages/default.aspx |
| ULifeline | Resource center with information on emotional health | http://www.ulifeline.org/ |
| Vet centers* | Information on helping veterans and their families with readjustment counseling and outreach services | http://www.vetcenter.va.gov/ |
| Veterans Crisis Line | Connects veterans in crisis and their family/friends with qualified VA responders through a confidential toll-free hotline (800-273-TALK [8255]), online chat, or text | http://www.veteranscrisisline.net/ |
| Veterans Health Administration† | Information on health benefits, medical centers, social services, long-term care, and more | http://www.va.gov/health/ |
| Veterans of Operations Enduring Freedom, Iraqi Freedom, and New Dawn | Benefits and programs offered by the VA | http://www.oefoif.va.gov/ |
| Drug | Status |
|---|---|
| Anabolic agents | Banned |
| Antiestrogens (aromatase inhibitors) | Banned |
| Possible medical exception: permitted if required for treatment of specific endocrinopathy | |
| Beta2 agonists | Banned |
| Possible medical exception: permitted for inhalation to treat asthma | |
| Beta blockers | Banned for rifle only |
| Caffeine | Concentrations in urine cannot be greater than 15 mcg per mL |
| Diuretics | Banned |
| Possible medical exception: if no appropriate alternative available | |
| Glucocorticoids | Prohibited in competition |
| Possible medical exception: permitted for specific short-term indication | |
| Hormones (growth hormone and erythropoietin) | Banned |
| Stimulants | Banned |
| Possible medical exception: for attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder treatment (strict enforcement) |
