From August 1953 to December 1987, PCE (perchloroethylene) and several other harmful contaminants were present in the water at Camp Lejeune. The toxic substances found in the camp’s water supply are known to cause several different cancers and severe conditions. Estimates show that over one million troops, civilian employees, and military family members were exposed …
VA Compensation for Camp Lejeune Water Contamination
The United States Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) offers veterans a variety of benefits, including health care and compensation for those who were injured or contracted a disease in relation to their service. Unfortunately, obtaining these benefits can often be a struggle, with the VA denying a large percentage of claims. For claims related to …
List of Diseases Caused by Camp Lejeune Water Contamination
Between 1953 and 1987, approximately one million people were exposed to contaminated water at the Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune in North Carolina. This water contamination has been linked to several illnesses, and many victims have suffered severe consequences, including death. Thanks to the Camp Lejeune Justice Act (CLJA), which was signed into law on …
