{"id":13172,"date":"2024-06-25T09:30:00","date_gmt":"2024-06-25T13:30:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.mesotheliomahope.com\/?p=13172"},"modified":"2025-01-09T18:08:38","modified_gmt":"2025-01-09T23:08:38","slug":"mesothelioma-va-benefit-myths","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.mesotheliomahope.com\/blog\/mesothelioma-va-benefit-myths\/","title":{"rendered":"11 Common Myths About Mesothelioma VA Benefits"},"content":{"rendered":"

If you\u2019re a U.S. veteran with mesothelioma<\/a>, you may qualify for many helpful benefits offered by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), including monthly compensation and free or inexpensive health care.<\/p>\n

However, navigating which mesothelioma VA benefits<\/a> you\u2019re eligible for can be confusing without legal help. In fact, many veterans and families have misconceptions about accessing and using their VA benefits.<\/p>\n

Below, we\u2019ll bust 11 common myths about mesothelioma VA benefits and explain how we can help. Give us a call at (866) 608-8933<\/a> <\/strong>anytime to learn about filing or increasing your VA benefits after a mesothelioma diagnosis.<\/p>\n

Myths About Accessing Mesothelioma VA Benefits<\/h2>\n

While filing for VA benefits may seem overwhelming, it doesn\u2019t have to be. Learn common misbeliefs about mesothelioma VA benefits and how we can make the process simple and stress-free.<\/p>\n

Myth #1: Mesothelioma isn\u2019t service-related, so I can\u2019t get VA benefits.<\/h3>\n

Mesothelioma has been linked to service in all five military branches, particularly the U.S. Navy<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Mesothelioma<\/a> has a long latency period of 10-50 years or more<\/strong> after asbestos exposure. The VA considers mesothelioma a service-related illness if you come in contact with asbestos while serving, regardless of when you\u2019re diagnosed.<\/p>\n

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“Any veteran who has mesothelioma as a result of asbestos exposure while serving in the military is entitled to VA benefits<\/strong>.”<\/p>\n