This article examines concerns raised by SFC (Ret.) Nathan Teach regarding potential exposure to depleted uranium during deployments in Iraq and Afghanistan. It explores allegations that affected service members may face challenges in obtaining recognition, documentation, or adequate medical follow-up, and raises broader questions about transparency, long-term health monitoring, and institutional accountability. The piece considers how complex environmental and combat-related exposures are assessed and addressed within the Department of Defense and the Department of Veterans Affairs.