Careers: Military--Army, Navy, Airforce, Marines, Coast Guard/JAG physical requirements

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Expert: - 4/19/2009


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My daughter is currently in law school and is interested in applying to the JAG.  Will the pre-existing condition of asthma caused by allergies to animal dander prevent her from being accepted?  She is very physically fit and an exercise instructor.

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Ma'am:
Normally asthma is a barrier to service in the military, and as such she would have to apply for a waiver to join.  Her recruiter could guide her through this process.  She would certainly need to provide the Army doctors with all applicable medical records pertaining to her condition so they can make a good case for the waiver.

Careers: Military--Army, Navy, Airforce, Marines, Coast Guard

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