What is asbestos and which veterans are most at risk for contracting mesothelioma.
Effects of asbestos exposure, mesothelioma treatment options, available medical facilities.
What to expect when filing a VA claim and discover what other options may be available.
Iraq War veteran Jessey Baca has been diagnosed with emphysema, sleep apnea, chronic cough and mesothelioma.
On this day in 1965, the U.S. Air Force Base located at Bien Hoa in South Vietnam was destroyed. It started when a bomb on one of the aircraft accidentally exploded and lead to a devastating chain reaction. Over 40 U.S. and South Vietnamese planes were destroyed. Twenty-seven American servicemen were killed while about 95 were injured. Four South Vietnamese were also killed.
Search through hundreds of military bases and/or shipyards. Enter the name of a base and/or shipyard in the search box to locate your favorites.
Finding the best medical care is crucial to treating mesothelioma. Learn more about this asbestos cancer, as well as treatment, doctors, and medical facilities.
The Veteran Affairs Department recognizes mesothelioma as a "service-connected" medical condition. Learn how to file a claim and what happens next.
Military Asbestos Victims Association (MAVA) offers information and guidance to military veterans who are dealing with mesothelioma.