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Military burn pit exposure not tracked properly, DOD watchdog warns
A new report looks at burn pits not created by U.S. personnel that are near military sites.
VA offers free breast cancer screenings to burn-pit vets 40 and under
The move for the first time opens up preventative care to some veterans younger than 40.
VA to review link between military toxin and additional cancers
Three new cancers could be added to the list of presumptive conditions for VA disability benefits.
VA plans new cancer research center with Stanford medical experts
The new facility would also serve as a major care and training hub for veterans and non-veterans.
Deadline looms for vets to get retroactive toxic exposure benefits
Veterans Affairs officials plan a public outreach campaign over the next month to get more veterans signed up for the payouts.
VA secretary worries mistrust, awareness holding back benefits claims
Only a small number of vets eligible for PACT Act benefits have applied.
Troops who deployed seem to have lower risk of cancer death: study
The results are most likely proof of the “healthy deployer effect” as troops are required to be in fairly good health to go overseas.
‘Toxic bird pits’: Public’s ignorance of burn pit dangers exposed
No, there aren't any toxic bird pits.
40% of vets report worries about military toxic exposure injuries
Since November, VA officials have screened more than 1 million veterans for health issues related to things like burn pit smoke and chemical contamination.
The biggest military stories of 2022
As 2022 comes to a close, we reflect on the stories most-viewed by Military Times readers throughout the year.
By Military Times staff