Veterans Allege Health Crisis from Service at Secret Military Base
Claims of severe illnesses and lack of healthcare benefits arise from exposure to radioactive materials at Area 52, Nevada.
- Veterans who served at Area 52 in Nevada claim exposure to radioactive material caused severe health issues.
- Mark Ely and Dave Crete report suffering from tumors, chronic bronchitis, and other life-threatening conditions.
- The veterans allege they cannot receive healthcare benefits because their service at the secret base is not officially documented.
- A 1975 federal report confirmed toxic materials at the site but justified continued operations as a national interest.
- Despite other government employees receiving compensation, Air Force veterans from Area 52 are left without aid.