LANCASHIRE servicemen and women who believe they are suffering from Gulf War Syndrome are being urged to come forward.
The Soldiers, Sailors and Airmen's Families Association is offering help to put their case for compensation.
The Ministry of Defence is to study claims that hundreds have suffered medical problems, and will look at reports of birth defects among children of Gulf veterans.
The Preston-based branch of SSAFA has now issued advice to possible victims, and information is available from SSAFA Lancashire on 01772 260462.
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