3 Uncommon Mesothelioma Symptoms Veterans Should Know
Millions of U.S. veterans were exposed to asbestos while serving their country, putting them at risk of a rare cancer called mesothelioma. Common symptoms of mesothelioma, like a cough and shortness of...
View Article5 Tips for Mesothelioma Nutrition to Help Veterans
Mesothelioma is a rare and aggressive cancer caused by asbestos, and treatment can cause disruptive side effects. As a result, many veterans with mesothelioma may turn to alternative treatments, like...
View ArticleVeterans Day 2023: Honoring All Who Served and Helping Veterans With...
Each year on November 11, Veterans Day allows us to celebrate and honor U.S. veterans. Whether they were involved in combat or helped protect America from behind the scenes, all veterans deserve our...
View ArticleEnd-of-Life Support & VA Burial Benefits Expanded for Veterans With Mesothelioma
The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) recently expanded benefits for burial allowances, funeral costs, and other end-of-life expenses to support families after the loss of their loved one....
View ArticleHelp With VA Benefits: How To Increase Disability Rating for Mesothelioma
U.S. veterans often face physical and mental health struggles that develop or worsen years after their military service ended. This is especially true if they have mesothelioma, an aggressive cancer...
View ArticleNational Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day
National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day takes place on December 7 of each year, on the anniversary of the horrific attack that sent the United States into World War II. Over 2,400 military personnel and...
View ArticleVA Compensation for Mesothelioma: Higher Rates in 2024
The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has announced that several of its financial compensation benefits would increase starting on December 1, 2023. This means veterans and families who suffer...
View ArticleU.S. Veterans at Risk of Cancer From Firefighting Foam (AFFF) and Asbestos
U.S. veterans put their lives on the line to protect our country. But the tragic fact is that many military firefighters and other veterans may have been exposed to toxic substances during their...
View ArticleNational Cancer Prevention Month: How to Prevent Mesothelioma in Veterans
Veterans are at a high risk of mesothelioma and other cancers if they were exposed to toxic substances like asbestos while they served. In honor of National Cancer Prevention Month, the Mesothelioma...
View ArticleWhat Veterans Need to Know About Mesothelioma Screening
U.S. veterans are at a high risk of developing various cancers because of the toxins they were exposed to during their service. One of these toxins was asbestos, a mineral widely used in every branch...
View ArticleNew VA Initiative Reduces Surgery Complications in Veterans With Mesothelioma
Surgery is a common treatment option for veterans with mesothelioma, a rare and aggressive cancer caused by exposure to asbestos. However, surgery may result in medical complications. Thankfully, the...
View ArticleGlobal Asbestos Awareness Week 2024
From April 1 through April 7 every year, Global Asbestos Awareness Week helps people understand the dangers of asbestos and support those with diseases caused by this dangerous mineral, like...
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