Veterans

Skin cancer isn’t just bad luck - many veterans spent years training, working, and deploying in harsh conditions under the Aussie sun, often without the level of protection we know is necessary today.

Long days outdoors, repeated exposure, and limited sun safety all add up to increasing your risk of developing skin cancers later in life.

Getting your condition accepted by DVA means access to support that’s there for a reason.

It can help cover:

• Treatment and ongoing medical care
• Specialist appointments and procedures
• Medications and follow-up checks
• Financial support if your condition impacts your ability to work

More than that, it’s about recognition. It acknowledges that your service may have played a role in your condition—and that matters.

A lot of veterans put this off. Some think it’s too hard, others reckon they won’t qualify, and plenty just don’t get around to it. But the process exists to support you, and there are people who can help you through it step by step.

Lodging a claim isn’t about making a fuss.  It’s about taking care of yourself - same as you would for your mates.

Whether you lodge your skin cancer claims yourself or use a free or fee for service advocate, getting your skin cancer claims accepted with DVA can help you better manage your skin cancer risks and needs for the future.