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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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What Is an Atomic Veteran? Your Best Guide

June 13, 2025

Image of an atomic veteran man wearing aviator glasses and a helmet.

The sacrifices of military personnel often extend beyond the battlefield, and for many veterans, the challenges persist long after their service. For a unique group known as atomic veterans, the risks they faced during service are unlike any other. But what is an atomic veteran, and how government recognize atomic veterans? Let us explore who

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Best VA Benefits for Atomic Veterans Exposed to Radiation

May 2, 2025

A soldier wearing a terrifying gas mask, representing atomic veterans who were exposed to radiation.

Atomic veterans are military members who were part of nuclear tests. They also include those who worked in areas with radiation exposure during their service. Many of them did not fully know the risks they were facing at the time. Years later, the health problems caused by this exposure have become clear.   The U.S.

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