Latest "military toxic exposure" stories

Vet Affairs agency looking for volunteers to study Gulf War Syndrome

Veterans Affairs and National Institutes of Health are taking another look at the mysterious illness.

By Leo Shane III

5 weeks ago

Lawmakers eye caps on attorney fees for Camp Lejeune suits

The Senate Veterans' Affairs Committee chairman expects legislation on the issue to curb fees lawyers can charge veterans to pass sometime this year.

By Leo Shane III

3 months ago

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.

By Leo Shane III

5 months ago

Biden urges vets to apply for burn pit benefits right away

The commander in chief traveled to Delaware for a veterans town hall to highlight new services and help for toxic exposure victims.

By Leo Shane III

5 months ago

Lawmaker pushes plan to cap attorney fees for Camp Lejeune lawsuits

VA officials and veterans advocates have warned that many veterans may be taken advantage of by lawyers filing suits related to water contamination there.

By Leo Shane III

6 months ago

Will Biden award the Medal of Freedom to burn pit activists?

Advocates have called for some prominent leaders of the effort to be recognized with the nation's highest civilian honor.

By Leo Shane III

6 months ago