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Podcast: Living Chronic
Episode: Interview with June Heston, Veteran Advocate, Non-Profit Executive, widow of the late Brigadier General Mike Heston
Description: Send a textJune Heston, a burn pit advocate and the wife of the late Brigadier General Mike Heston, shares her journey and advocacy work for burn pit victims. She discusses the challenges of getting disability claims approved and the lack of support from the government. June emphasizes the need for more awareness and education about burn pits and their impact on veterans' health. She also highlights the importance of caregiver support and the emotional toll of advocacy. June encourages veterans and their loved ones to join advocacy organizations and speak up for their rights.<...