Concerned about exposures?
Learn about possible military exposures and how to document your history for conversations with your healthcare team.
Explore the Exposure Toolkit →
Earlier Answers. Stronger Futures.
You shouldn’t have to face cancer alone.
Veteran Cancer Network advocates for earlier cancer detection and connects veterans, caregivers, and families with trusted resources and a community that understands.
Whether you’re concerned about military exposures, facing a diagnosis, supporting someone you love, or rebuilding life after treatment, there’s a place for you here.
Veteran-led. Family-centered.
We know how personal this is.
We’re Casey and Ashton. Two Marine Corps veterans, a cancer survivor and a caregiver.
We started Veteran Cancer Network because we know how hard it can be to find answers and support. Together with our board, we help veterans and families find connection, trusted resources, and a voice for earlier cancer detection.
Meet the People Behind VCN →Where do you want to start?
Need practical help?
Explore trusted organizations that offer help with the challenges of diagnosis, treatment, and recovery.
Find Support Resources →Caring for someone?
Cancer affects the whole family. Find guidance and resources for the people supporting someone they love.
Explore Caregiver Resources →
You belong here.
Community & stories
You don’t need the perfect words.
Talk, listen, or simply spend time with people who understand.
Peer Support
Join other veterans affected by cancer, online or in person. Hang out, talk, or just listen. No agenda. No pressure.
Find Your Community →Veteran Cancer Talk
Our podcast brings veterans, caregivers, and guests together to talk about diagnosis, treatment, relationships, and finding purpose after cancer.
Explore the Podcast →
Research Spotlight
Current Research Opportunities
Explore research focused on earlier cancer detection and how environmental exposures may affect health.
Dana-Farber SENTINEL Study
Learn about a study using a blood-based multi-cancer early detection test for eligible veterans. Find eligibility and participation details on the study website.
View Study Details →Southern Environmental Health Study
Explore research examining environmental exposures, health history, and life experiences in the Southern United States. Visit the study website for participating areas and requirements.
View Study Details →VCN shares these opportunities for awareness and does not conduct the studies or determine eligibility. Participation is voluntary. Confirm current availability, requirements, risks, and benefits directly with the research team.
Awareness & advocacy
Your military history is part of your health history.
Service locations, job duties, and exposure history deserve attention alongside symptoms, family history, and other risk factors.
We advocate for earlier cancer detection informed by military service, exposure history, and individual risk. We also push for timely evaluation of symptoms and follow-up when concerns arise. For those serving today, we provide education and tools to help document exposures for future healthcare conversations.
Explore Our Advocacy →Help us reach the next veteran.
Help more veterans and families find trusted resources, connect with others, and share their experiences. Donate or partner with us to bring this work to more people.