U.S. military veterans fought to protect our country and its freedoms and were willing to lay down their lives. Yet decades after service, many brave veterans must fight another battle: a life-threatening cancer called mesothelioma caused by asbestos exposure.
At the Mesothelioma Veterans Center, we know every veteran with mesothelioma has their own story to tell.
Walter devoted nearly 20 years of his life to the U.S. Navy and was diagnosed with pleural mesothelioma decades later.
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Given just a year or less to live after a mesothelioma diagnosis in 2018, Art is living happily today.
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Ernie was diagnosed with mesothelioma after decades of asbestos exposure. He bravely fought the cancer for 7 years.
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Frank passed away from mesothelioma on the 70th anniversary of the Battle of Pearl Harbor, which he witnessed in 1941.
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Jim Gahan built a life for himself by serving as a technician on Navy ships for 20 years, being exposed to asbestos in the process.
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U.S. Navy veteran Norm Laurence suffered asbestos exposure during his military service and while working as a civilian.
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When you call, our caring and dedicated patient advocates will listen to your story and connect you with resources to make life with mesothelioma easier.
Share your story with our team now by calling (877) 450-8973.
Our team can help you file for VA benefits or increase your disability rating to 100% if you served in the military and now have mesothelioma.
Our registered nurses can help you find the best doctors and treatments for your diagnosis. We have nearly 150 mesothelioma doctors in our network.
We've partnered with a veteran-founded law firm to help eligible veterans get compensation without suing the military or government.
The Mesothelioma Veterans Center hopes that these veterans’ stories have inspired you in your own battle against mesothelioma.
We would love to speak with you and hear about your military service and cancer journey as well. You can also request your Free Veterans Packet to learn about all the ways we can help you.
And, on behalf of our entire team, we thank you and your family members for serving our country.
