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Veterans Who Served at Nevada Test Site Highlighted In Documentary Short: Their Exposure And The Tragic Consequences

Author Carla Rea

Veterans who served at the Nevada Test Site never knew the full extent of the radiation exposure they were receiving during nuclear weapons testing. And many of them feel betrayed.

‘The Invisible Enemy’ Exposes Nevada Test Site Realities For Veterans

The Invisible Enemy, is a film by Douglas Brian Miller and Mark Shapiro. It exposes the dangers, the denials, the injustice and the tragic consequences endured by the men and women who served at the Nevada Test Site and Training Range.

“This film is about the military and civilian DoD workers who never knew they were being exposed to deadly radiation and chemicals,” said former Air Force Sergeant Dave Crete, who served at the Nevada Test and Training Range.

Dave “Coach” Crete says “They never knew their lives and families were in danger. But the government knew, and they denied it. So, this film is also about decades of government deception and reckless disregard for the health and safety of thousands who took an oath to protect this country.”

Help Could Be On The Way For Veterans Who Served At Nevada Test Site

The Invisible Enemy organization is now working with Congress to pass legislation that officially recognizes the veterans exposed to dangerous radiation and chemicals while serving on the Nevada Test Site and Training Range. H.R. 9511 is a new Bill that could pave the way for victims and their families to receive comprehensive medical care and fair financial compensation.

The directors, Miller and Shapiro, we are grateful to share the short film, detailing the injustice endured by Americans. They “continue to be inspired by the tireless efforts of Dave Crete and others, and it was our mission to speak a truth for the women and men who served honorably at the Nevada Test and Training Range. They must be compensated and have access to the comprehensive healthcare they are due,” said Mark Shapiro, Co-founder, Director and Producer at Backlot Docs.

About The Invisible Enemy Foundation

Their mission is to enact legislation that guarantees comprehensive medical treatment and just financial compensation for military personnel and their families who were exposed to environmental contamination while working at the Nevada Test & Training Range (NTTR).

U.S. Representative Mark Amodei of Nevada is leading an initiative to write new federal legislation to all military personnel who suffered illnesses from exposure to toxic radiation and materials released by nuclear testing on the NTTR.

Here’s the sad catch: Due the highly sensitive, top-secret classification of their deployments, the federal government has refused to be held accountable, claiming those personnel “were never there.”

As a result, most of the military personnel who served on the NTTR, and their families, have been unjustly and deliberately denied these benefits. The goal of the initiative is to right the wrong.

TheInvisibleEnemy.org is a registered 501 (c) (3) non-profit organization, EIN # 92-3486613. Donations are 100% tax deductible.

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Carla Rea is the morning show co-host on “The Mike and Carla Morning Show" on 96.3 KKLZ, in Las Vegas. She has been working with her partner and friend Mike O'Brian for the past 25 plus years. At KKLZ for 12 years. Carla Rea is a Gracie Award winner. She started out in talk radio, "when talk radio was still fun" Rea says. Prior to, and along with doing the morning show, Carla is also a comedian. You may have seen her on Conan O'Brien, Evening at The Improv, Showtime, or several comedy clubs across the country. Carla also worked as a light feature reporter at KSNV/NBC Las Vegas, going behind the scenes at various shows, and restaurants on the Las Vegas strip. As a content creator 96.3 KKLZ, Carla writes in a sarcastic, cheeky, unapologetic way on Las Vegas, movies, TV, celebrities, and this thing we call life.

5 Expert Tips For Navigating Holiday Travel Delays

The time of year has come where everyone is thinking about holiday travel plans. Where they’ll go, what they’ll pack, who they’ll see. What most people aren’t thinking about, however, is the very thing they should be considering. Travel delays. It’s bound to happen sooner or later. But that doesn’t mean it has to be stressful for holiday travelers. The secret to success is to be on top of your timing and preparation. That means doing what you can to avoid hectic travel times and being ready even if you land right in the middle of it.

Expert Tips To Avoid And Handle Travel Delays During The Holidays

It’s wise to expect at least some travel delays in your itinerary. Tenfold during the holidays. And a hundredfold if you live in a city with an airport known for such headaches. We just reported on the top ten airports in the U.S. that are known for how many of their flights get delayed every year. If you’re flying into or out of Las Vegas, Miami or San Francisco, sorry to say you have a pretty good chance at getting at least one flight delayed.

So let’s say you have plans to meet your family for dinner on the other side of your upcoming flight. Which is great because you ran out of the house without feeding the kiddos and you’re on a budget too tight to afford airport food prices. It’ll all work out, providing that your flight leaves on time and there’s no delay on the runway. Then it comes…the news that your flight is delayed. Cue the mounds of stress.

Was it really the flight being delayed that caused the stress? Or was it the lack of preparation and putting too much of your success on things out of your control? The problem is obvious. Fortunately, so is the solution. We got some tips from travel experts at Palm Paradise Realty Group that will help travelers avoid flying during those times when delays are more likely. As well as tips to handle delays when they do come.

  • 1. Fly At Off-Peak Times

    A little girl with dark hair is sleeping on an airplane with her head leaning on the closed window.

    One way to avoid potential travel delays is to fly at off-peak times. Overnight and early morning flights are always less crowded.

    The most popular times to travel is from afternoon into the late evening. Therefore, try to book an early morning flight. Those are less prone to delays and very often have smaller crowds and shorter security lines. Redeyes are also often light on passengers. For long flights, it might even be helpful to book an overnighter that your kids can sleep on. They won’t be bored and you won’t be stressed about getting through the crowds. It’s a win-win!

  • 2. Fly A Few Days Before The Holiday

    A person walks past the Christmas tree in the near-empty airport baggage claim area.

    While it won’t be this empty in an airport a few days before the holidays, it will be far less crowded than flying out the day before or the day of Thanksgiving or Christmas.

    Due to work, school or other demands, most of the world has to travel for the holidays the day before or the day of. Experts advise travelers to try to book a flight at least a few days before Thanksgiving or Christmas to avoid the rush. The same goes for flying home. Pick a few days after the holiday for the easier time spent in the terminal. You might have to take extra time off, but it might be worth avoiding the headache.

  • 3. Pack Smart

    A blue bento box filled with strawberries, goldfish crackers, banana slices and oranges.

    Travel delays don’t have to mean meltdowns with the kids. Bringing snacks from home is one way to keep them happy and entertained.

    If travel delays are inevitable, experts advise that packing smart is the difference between stress-free travel and total chaos. Bring your own snacks and empty water bottle to fill up after getting through security. This will eliminate the need to get in long lines for food or drink. For my kiddo, I pack a Snackle Box and don’t let them see it until the flight. So everything’s a fun surprise.

  • 4. Don't Make Plans Too Close To Your Flight

    Handsome worried businessman in gray silver suit and eyeglasses talking on smartphone, looking at hand watch, checking time, standing in modern restaurant, upset about being late on meeting.

    Nothing is more stressful than flight delays when you have to be somewhere. Easy solution: don’t make plans the same day you’re traveling. Problem solved.

    If you have to be somewhere shortly after your flight is supposed to land, then timing is everything. The way to NOT make timing everything is to allow plenty of it on the other side of your flight. Make a whole day for travel, if you can. That gives you the whole day to get to where you need to be, settle in, and refresh before hitting the holiday plans with the family. Don’t make 7:00 dinner plans when your flight comes in at 6:00pm. That just sets you up for failure.

  • 5. Bring Things To Keep Busy

    Two cute little girls in casualwear using digital tablet while sitting in lounge of modern airport and watching cartoons or movie for children.

    Travel delays seem much shorter when you keep yourself and your littles entertained. Downloading movies before you leave the house is the best backup plan.

    This is especially necessary if you have little ones. Download movies or apps before heading to the airport, and don’t forget the chargers! If you want to mix it up and use fewer electronics during potential travel delays, there are lots of downloadable game cards like airport bingo or scavenger hunts. And don’t be afraid to go old school with those travel board games. They’re time-consuming and take up little space in the carry on.

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