Job Hunting, Gulf War Biorepository

Today’s Video is about your job search, tips for transitioning from military to civilian jobs, and what helps you be successful: http://youtu.be/RjXjzKb1Lss

To see when Hiring Our Heroes is having a job fair in your area, check out this nifty map: http://www.uschamber.com/hiringourheroes/events

Monster.com has a special area on their job search website for veterans.  They highlight employers with veteran-preferences, like KCI (a nationwide medical device company) at: http://www.military.com/jobs-in/employer/kci/

About 36% of Gulf War veterans have experienced some long-term or chronic health impacts of their service, according to the VA.  A biorepository has been created to provide insights into Gulf War Syndrome, and volunteers are sought to provide medical information.  More information can be found at: http://www.boston.va.gov/BOSTON/features/VA_Launches_Biorep , or http://www.research.va.gov/programs/tissue_banking/, or by calling toll-free 855-561-7827.