US Military Bases with Toxic Exposure

The VA does not award disability compensation for exposure alone. To qualify for benefits, you will likely need a diagnosed medical condition and evidence showing that the condition is connected to your military service or exposure.

Studies have linked PFAS exposure to certain cancers, thyroid disorders, liver disease, immune system effects, and other chronic health conditions. If you have been diagnosed with a condition that may be related to exposure, contact Berry Law to explore whether a VA disability claim is appropriate for your situation.

The VA recognizes a wide range of respiratory issues and cancers as presumptive conditions associated with burn pit exposure under the PACT Act. This list includes conditions such as asthma, chronic bronchitis, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), constrictive bronchiolitis, emphysema, and various types of cancer, including brain, gastrointestinal, head, kidney, liver, pancreatic, and reproductive. It also covers certain autoimmune disorders. Because medical diagnoses can be complicated, you may want to review your specific health records with a professional to see if your current diagnosis qualifies as a presumptive condition.

Military firefighters, aircraft rescue personnel, Sailors who served aboard ships, aviation crews, and service members stationed at installations where AFFF was used or where PFAS contamination occurred may have been exposed.