Mesothelioma Veterans Center Releases Newly Updated Free Veterans Packet Posted on July 15, 2026July 15, 2026 by Christopher Dryfoos 2 Min Read Mesothelioma Veterans Center has announced a significant update to its Free Veterans Packet. This is the organization's main educational resource sent to veterans and their families navigating a mesothelioma diagnosis. For decades, veterans from all branches of the military have faced high rates of mesothelioma due to asbestos exposure during service, particularly in the U.S. Navy. Many service members were exposed daily at shipyards, bases, and other work sites. However, since mesothelioma is so rare — with only about 1,000 new diagnoses in veterans per year — and takes 10-50 years to develop, proud service members and their families are left with more questions than answers after a diagnosis. The new Free Veterans Packet reflects the latest available information on the disease, treatment options, and support resources like VA benefits, and is designed specifically to meet the needs of veterans. Get a Free Veterans PacketGet information on: Top Treatments Best Doctors Improving Prognosis Get a Free Veterans Packet What's in the New Free Veterans Packet? The new edition of the Free Veterans Packet has been expanded significantly to reflect the latest updates about mesothelioma, its impact on U.S. veterans, and how the Mesothelioma Veterans Center is able to help those diagnosed. The most popular offering provided by the Mesothelioma Veterans Center, the packet provides a one-stop resource. While mesothelioma is often overwhelming, families can use the packet and its information to easily understand their options. Veterans can find the latest information on: Cancer care options Legal compensation Mesothelioma types Prognosis Staging Treatments like surgery and immunotherapy The guide also outlines VA benefits and claims guidance for veterans seeking compensation and care for service-connected mesothelioma. Reviewed and Approved by U.S. Veterans A central feature of the updated Free Veterans Packet is expanded information about Major Jonathan N. Nelson (Ret) and his work supporting veterans diagnosed with mesothelioma. Major Nelson is a seasoned VA-accredited attorney who has fought for justice for over 20 years. Today, he supports the Mesothelioma Veterans Center's mission of leaving no veteran with mesothelioma behind. Major Nelson has reviewed the entire packet, offering easy-to-understand insight about how this cancer impacts veterans and the options available to them. In our Free Veterans Packet, Major Nelson covers How different military branches used asbestos High-risk military asbestos jobs How to apply for VA benefits for free with his help Other resources to help veterans and families after a diagnosis “I’m incredibly honored to help veterans who have fought for our country. I want to make sure that those who were injured after serving our country are fairly treated.” – Major Jonathan Nelson, VA-accredited attorney & Marine Corps veteran In addition, Major Nelson can speak to U.S. veterans and their families to answer any questions they have about getting VA benefits, how they were exposed to asbestos, and more. Questions about mesothelioma? Ask Major Nelson now! Ask Major Jonathan Nelson Mesothelioma Questions About: Filing or increasing VA benefits Getting mesothelioma treatments Pursuing compensation Ask a Veteran Now Get Your Free Veterans Packet Now We're proud to offer the latest edition of our Free Veterans Packet to brave U.S. veterans and family members impacted by a mesothelioma diagnosis. You didn't deserve to be diagnosed with a serious cancer after serving your country. A diagnosis can be overwhelming, but our Free Veterans Packet offers a way to easily understand everything you need to know — from how you were exposed to treatments to accessing essential VA benefits. Get your Free Veterans Packet right now, or call (877) 450-8973 to speak to a member of our team about your options.