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Navigating Cancer Benefits for Downwinders Affected by Enewetak Atoll Radiation

October 17, 2025

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In short: Health Risks at Enewetak: The atoll is still radioactive, causing health problems for veterans and residents. Veteran Benefits: Programs like RECA offer help, but many struggle to apply. Family Challenges: Families face health issues, with some support from groups and lawyers. Enewetak Atoll radiation exposure has caused serious health problems for veterans and

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Filed Under: General Tagged With: atomic veteran, Atomic Veterans Benefit, Cancer Benefits, compensation, enewetak atoll radiation, nuclear tests, Radiation exposure, what is an atomic veteran

Support Resources for Atomic Veterans and Families

July 11, 2025

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The experiences of atomic veterans are a solemn part of history that deserves attention and advocacy. Atomic veterans, defined as members of the military who participated in nuclear testing or were exposed to radiation during their service, often face unique health challenges. Families of atomic veterans also endure the lingering impacts, including emotional and financial

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Filed Under: Atomic Veteran Tagged With: atomic veteran, compensation, health services, Mental Health Support, nuclear testing, Radiation exposure, Radiation Exposure Compensation Act, radiation exposure compensation claim, Veterans Administration, wellness for atomic veterans

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