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EPISODE · Aug 15, 2025 · 59 MIN

The Fight for Veteran-Specific Medical Care

from Living Chronic · host Brandy Schantz

Send us Fan MailIn this special episode of Living Chronic, "Military, Medicine, and the Mission Left Behind, Brandy Schantz discusses the critical need for veteran-specific healthcare with June Heston and Helen Perry. They share personal stories of advocacy, the challenges faced in navigating the healthcare system, and the importance of understanding the unique health issues veterans encounter, including traumatic brain injuries and toxic exposures. The conversation emphasizes the need for better training for healthcare providers, the realities of civilian healthcare versus the VA system, and the importance of advocacy in ensuring veterans receive the care they deserve. The episode concludes with a call to action for veterans to engage in advocacy and demand better healthcare services.Support the show

Send us Fan Mail In this special episode of Living Chronic, "Military, Medicine, and the Mission Left Behind, Brandy Schantz discusses the critical need for veteran-specific healthcare with June Heston and Helen Perry. They share personal stories of advocacy, the challenges faced in navigating the healthcare system, and the importance of understanding the unique health issues veterans encounter, including traumatic brain injuries and toxic exposures. The conversation emphasizes the need for ...

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