Military roles may expose service members to factors that increase their risk for developing diseases. Riley cherished his time on the RJ, but the aviation-related exposure put him at a significantly increased risk of developing melanoma and other forms of cancer.

The Sent to Live Foundation champions stronger, more equitable access to skin cancer screening and prevention for aviators, including:

• Partnering with Medical Groups to increase awareness of the signs and symptoms of skin cancer.

• Advocating for annual dermatology screenings to be the standard of care for this population.

• Engaging in programs to expand education, early detection and prevention initiative across the DoD and VS healthcare systems.

This pillar reflects a commitment to protect those who have protected us by ensuring they receive the preventive care they deserve.