Imagine living in the shadow of a nuclear test site or near a nuclear accident area – this is the reality for downwinders, who face an increased risk of cancer due to their proximity to sources of harmful radiation. In this article, we will delve into the various aspects of radiation exposure, from understanding its
Read MoreAtomic Veterans and the Downwinders Compensation Program
The legacy of the Cold War era extends to impact individual lives today. The Atomic Veterans and Downwinders Compensation Programs stand as a belated yet crucial acknowledgment of this impact. They have been designed to support those exposed to the perils of nuclear testing — military personnel and civilians alike. These programs offer a measure
Read MoreDownwinders and The Fallout From The Nevada Test Site
Over the course of four decades, the United States Department of Energy conducted nuclear weapons testing. Sadly, the radioactive fallout from these detonations has impacted the health and welfare of people working directly in the site or living downwind of it. In this blog, we will discuss the purpose of the nuclear weapons testing, what
Read MoreRECA Downwinders: Eligibility, Benefits and Claim Process
Downwinders who have experienced the effects of radiation exposure from nuclear weapons testing are entitled by law to receive a lump sum monetary compensation. If you or a loved one was exposed in the 1950s or 1960s, you likely are eligible as a downwinder under the Radiation Exposure Compensation Act, or RECA. Read on to
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