This Memorial Day, as we honor the brave souls who gave everything for our freedom, it's important to also educate on melanoma risk for veterans. Depending on the environment and role of soldiers, they can be at a higher risk for advanced stage melanoma. This risk is a result of sun exposure, geographical deployments, occupational hazards, lack of sun protection resources, and delayed or limited access to healthcare. If you or a loved one is actively serving in the military or a veteran, we encourage you to keep an eye on skin changes and be seen annually for a skin cancer exam. #SKINSMART #SKINSMARTacademy#MelanomaAwareness
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We dive deep into the recently released Camp Lejeune CDC study findings. What do the results mean for veterans? Will justice finally be served? What new cancers are now included? Watch to find out! #masstort #camplejeune #personalinjury
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"Combat veterans of the post-9/11 wars are disproportionately affected by cancer... two to three million U.S. service members were deployed in America’s post-9/11 wars, according to statistics collated by the National Library of Medicine. More than 500,000 have been diagnosed with some form of cancer since 2001." Ordinarily, I let my commentary stand on its own, and rarely editorialize in-post. But here, I need to explain a little more, to iterate why this is so damned important. In December 2023, the United States, and in particular, the Air Force Special Warfare community, lost Alan Yoshida to the silent killer of GWOT veterans. Yoshida was one-of-one, a peerless man among titans who dedicated his life to making #closeairsupport safer for its users in the crucible of combat, after having been wounded in Afghanistan in 2001 during an errant airstrike. I deployed a generation later, multiple times, relying on many of the situational awareness tools in combat which his vision and innovation helped develop. As I've spent the last five years writing the comprehensive history of the post-9/11 Wars, focusing on men like "Yosh," too many other combat veterans have either lost their battles with cancer, or have been suddenly diagnosed with it; several of which were in between interview sessions and research windows while supporting this history's critical recounting. It's not just the AFSPECWAR or other #SOF tribes, either, though those communities have been hit incredibly hard. #GWOT combat veterans--those of us who deployed to the places of #toxicburnpits and other noxious exposures--have approximately a one-in-seven chance (at best) of being diagnosed with some form of cancer. The reality is, our odds are likely much higher than that. What's being done to address this silent epidemic is not enough. It is why the work of VSOs like the HunterSeven Foundation is so incredibly important. Huge thanks to Joshua Huminski, Dan Mahaffee, and Kitfield James for helping me with this important piece, and to Defense One for its publication. https://lnkd.in/dqnZeQvk
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Last year following #MemorialDay - HunterSeven Foundation wrote this piece in the veteran publication, Coffee or Die Magazine. The piece questioned why, if America’s wars, for the moment, are over — if we are no longer fighting on foreign soil after two decades of the Global War on Terror, why are we still burying so many service members? In August 2021, the United States Army moved forward with plans to limit in-ground burials at Arlington because the cemetery is simply running out of space. Now, despite being largely removed from active war and large-scale engagements, our veteran cemeteries across the country are still being filled at an alarming rate — sometimes, the burial process can take months. The answer isn't to find more space to bury our service members, but to find out why they're dying — and help put a stop to it. It has been a year, and still... we are asking the same questions. Why are so many young, otherwise healthy post-9/11 veterans and service members dying from preventable #cancer deaths? And what are we doing to prevent it? https://lnkd.in/eJQY7iNC
Cancer Deaths Among Veterans Are Rising – What’s Being Done To Prevent It?
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In 2019 Tara Copp was approached by a few families that has been "Stricken" by the rapid onside of cancer in their family members who were Veterans. Her efforts led to a series by McClatchy titled “Stricken”. The result of Tara's investigation is an outstanding investigative reporting that is of extreme importance to the military, veterans and the country. The team of three McClatchy reporters created a database of nearly two decades of raw cancer treatment data obtained through FOIAs from the Department of Veterans Affairs. They used the analysis of those numbers to show that after two decades of war, cancers among veterans are on the rise. They found that, in some cases, the Defense Department knew in advance that the environments they deployed forces to were toxic. In February 2020, Congresswoman Elaine Luria introduced legislation, which cited McClatchy’s reporting, that would require the Pentagon to look at the incidence rate of cancers among military pilots and would also require medical screening for pilots as young as 30 for some cancers. Not only is this story deeply reported, but it is also told with a clear eye on the people affected – and uses terrifically composed video and audio storytelling in addition to riveting narratives to provide this important information to Americans. This effort continued to the formation of Veterans Prostate Cancer Awareness. While we focus on Prostate Cancer we understand there is a high incidence of many other cancers affecting Veterans. We don't have definitive answers as to why but we all know the reasons we just have to prove our assumptions and we are well on our way of doing so. Please donate to VPCa at https://lnkd.in/gi2ayBh2 to help us educate Veterans on the need to screen earlier and get the treatment that will save their life. The link to one of the episodes of "Stricken" is below: https://lnkd.in/grA278HJ
STRICKEN Deaths may be a sign of a rise in cancers in military aviation
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What is the current state of emavusertib in #AML therapy? In this roundtable segment, Drs. Eric Winer, Yasmin Abaza, and Naval Daver cover the ongoing research and understanding of emavusertib. ➡️ https://buff.ly/3VXy56W
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Helping veterans access the benefits they’ve earned is both an honor and a responsibility. The process may be complex, but our mission is clear: making sure veterans and their families receive the support they deserve. #VeteranSupport #VABenefits #AidAndAttendance #VeteransFirst Check out my blog post https://wix.to/fIrtLbE #newblogpost
New VA Initiative: Exploring PFAS Exposure and Kidney Cancer for Veterans
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In the next segment of the #leukemia roundtable series, Drs. Eric Winer, Yasmin Abaza, and Naval Daver share their thoughts on the next major breakthrough in #AML. 📽️ Watch here: https://buff.ly/3XJq3zY
What Important Breakthroughs Are Needed in AML Treatment? | Blood Cancers Today
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🚨 Attention Military Community! 🚨 Let's talk about something serious: Lung Cancer. It's not just a health concern for civilians; it's a pressing issue within our military ranks too. As we commemorate Military Health Month, it's crucial to shed light on how this disease affects our brave service members. Lung cancer doesn't discriminate based on occupation, but military personnel face unique challenges that can increase their risk. Whether it's exposure to environmental hazards, such as smoke, chemicals, or asbestos during deployments, or the stressors inherent in military life, our troops are facing a heightened risk of developing this devastating disease. The toll of lung cancer extends beyond the individual; it affects families, units, and communities. It's a battle that demands our attention, support, and action. So, what can we do? Raise Awareness: Start conversations within your units, share resources, and educate each other about the risks and warning signs of lung cancer. Advocate for Health: Push for comprehensive health screenings, including regular lung health assessments, especially for those who have been deployed or exposed to environmental hazards. Support Research: Advocate for funding and support for research into the prevention, early detection, and treatment of lung cancer, tailored to the unique needs of military personnel. Promote Healthy Habits: Encourage smoking cessation programs, healthy lifestyles, and proper safety measures in all military environments. Provide Support: Offer a listening ear and support to those affected by lung cancer within our community. Let's rally around each other in times of need. By coming together as a community, we can make strides in preventing and combating lung cancer among our military members. Let's honor their service by ensuring their health and well-being are a top priority. Together, we can make a difference. 💪 #MilitaryHealth #LungCancerAwareness #SupportOurTroops
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Executive Director and Co-founder, Burn Pits 360. Grass Roots Advocate who led PACT ACT into law. Senior Advisor, 4d Medical. Press Agent Espada PR Jasmin Espada (818)521-3807 Jasmin@espadapr.com
🗣️Urgent, Call To Arms! We only have 2 weeks to have your voice heard to establish a pathway for war lung disease! For over two years, Burn Pits 360 has fought tirelessly to get the VA to recognize Constrictive Bronchiolitis (CB) and adopt a specific diagnostic code for this debilitating condition. This is a major victory for Post 9/11 Veterans exposed to toxic burn pits, but we need your help to ensure the VA’s proposed rule properly reflects the needs of Veterans. The VA has opened a 30-day comment period where Veterans, physicians, and advocates can submit feedback on the new CB evaluation criteria. While the rule proposes to add new criteria like maximum oxygen consumption (VO2 Max) and metabolic equivalents, we believe it’s critical to include confirmed biopsy results as a primary diagnostic criterion. We need non invasive technologies and pathways. Your voice matters! We encourage all Veterans, healthcare professionals, and supporters to submit comments to ensure the final rule fully supports those suffering from CB. This is your chance to influence the policies that will determine disability ratings and access to care for countless Veterans. Submit your comment at the link in our bio https://lnkd.in/gtr48AHk Together, we can ensure that Veterans with Constrictive Bronchiolitis receive the recognition, care, and benefits they deserve. Let’s continue the fight! #stopthedelay #pactact Terri Tanielian David Shulkin Le Roy Torres David Sutherland Christina Nichols Julie Tomáška, PhD, MSPH Jedidah Poole General David H. Petraeus, US Army (Ret.) Arjun Grewal John Feal Ivelisse Porroa-García Kelly Kennedy Patricia Kime Reserve Organization of America (ROA) Wounded Warrior Project Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) DAV (Disabled American Veterans) The American Legion Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America (IAVA) Military Officers Association of America (MOAA) LULAC UTD Matthew Shuman American Thoracic Society American Lung Association Erika Sward Prezant (FDNY) Paul Sullivan
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