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Thousands of men and women that served in the armed forces suffered toxic exposure while stationed at Fort McClellan Alabama. Fort McClellan is a base near Anniston Alabama and was closed by the EPA in 1999. ALL FACTS VERIFIABLE. Please help the veteran's get the care and benefits they deserve.
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For additional information please check out the link below
https://petitions.whitehouse.gov/petition/help-fort-mcclellan-veterans-their-toxic-exposure
https://petitions.whitehouse.gov/petition/help-fort-mcclellan-veterans-their-toxic-exposure
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Cristina Johnson
Exposure to chemicals stored at Fort McClellan, Alabama may cause a variety of health issues, including:
• Skin conditions: Acne, rashes, and other skin disorders
• Liver damage: Cancer, cirrhosis, and other damage
• Respiratory issues: Chronic respiratory illness, lung cancer, and repeated respiratory infections
• Immune system changes: Impaired immune system
• Reproductive issues: Infertility and other reproductive problems
• Other health issues: Thyroid gland injuries, behavioral changes, and more
Veterans who served at Fort McClellan and are experiencing health problems possibly related to toxic exposures may be eligible for benefits from Veterans Affairs or in very difficult cases the assistance of a litigation group specialized in toxic exposure might help.
https://www.publichealth.va.gov/exposures/fort-mcclellan/
• Skin conditions: Acne, rashes, and other skin disorders
• Liver damage: Cancer, cirrhosis, and other damage
• Respiratory issues: Chronic respiratory illness, lung cancer, and repeated respiratory infections
• Immune system changes: Impaired immune system
• Reproductive issues: Infertility and other reproductive problems
• Other health issues: Thyroid gland injuries, behavioral changes, and more
Veterans who served at Fort McClellan and are experiencing health problems possibly related to toxic exposures may be eligible for benefits from Veterans Affairs or in very difficult cases the assistance of a litigation group specialized in toxic exposure might help.
https://www.publichealth.va.gov/exposures/fort-mcclellan/
Apply for and manage the VA benefits and services you’ve earned as a Veteran, Servicemember, or family member—like health care, disability, education, and more.
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I suffer a lot health issues during and after my military service at Ft. Mac from june 1972 thru December 1973. Skin , Respiratory, and kidney and low back condition. My left kidney are atroffic.
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Every Veteran enrolled in VA health care will receive an initial screening and a follow-up screening at least once every 5 years.
There is also an option to complete an airborne hazard questionnaire. You can access the registry at: https://veteran.mobilehealth.va.gov/AHBurnPitRegistry/#page/home.
After completing the registry, you have the opportunity to schedule an assessment with our environmental health clinician if needed.
https://www.publichealth.va.gov/exposures/coordinators.asp
Please see the links below for additional information about environmental hazards and toxic exposure.
https://mobile.va.gov/app/exposure-ed
https://www.warrelatedillness.va.gov/education/toxicexposurescreeninformation.asp
https://vaww.publichealth.va.gov/docs/hazard_exposures/Registry_Factsheet.pdf
Below is a link to schedule an in person or virtual appointment with a Veteran's Service Organization Representative near you:
https://vets.force.com/VAVERA/s/
There is also an option to complete an airborne hazard questionnaire. You can access the registry at: https://veteran.mobilehealth.va.gov/AHBurnPitRegistry/#page/home.
After completing the registry, you have the opportunity to schedule an assessment with our environmental health clinician if needed.
https://www.publichealth.va.gov/exposures/coordinators.asp
Please see the links below for additional information about environmental hazards and toxic exposure.
https://mobile.va.gov/app/exposure-ed
https://www.warrelatedillness.va.gov/education/toxicexposurescreeninformation.asp
https://vaww.publichealth.va.gov/docs/hazard_exposures/Registry_Factsheet.pdf
Below is a link to schedule an in person or virtual appointment with a Veteran's Service Organization Representative near you:
https://vets.force.com/VAVERA/s/
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I was stationed at Ft. McClellan for my WAC Basic Training in Sept. 1977. I was on this contaminated base for 2 months. There is no history of breast cancer in my family. I do not smoke, drink alcohol, or take any illegal drugs.
I have been treated by my VA for breast cancer in 2016. I have lost both of my breasts from surgery (bilateral mastectomy) to save my life.
My treatment requires that I take an oral anti-estrogen pill to prevent the breast cancer from returning. I suffer from some side effects related to this mandatory medication. One side effect is joint pain when I walk. I now have to use a cane to ambulate. I have applied for SMC (Special Monthly Compensation) for breast cancer. However, the VA does NOT recognize my toxic contamination exposure from Ft. McClellan & has denied my claim!!!
I have been treated by my VA for breast cancer in 2016. I have lost both of my breasts from surgery (bilateral mastectomy) to save my life.
My treatment requires that I take an oral anti-estrogen pill to prevent the breast cancer from returning. I suffer from some side effects related to this mandatory medication. One side effect is joint pain when I walk. I now have to use a cane to ambulate. I have applied for SMC (Special Monthly Compensation) for breast cancer. However, the VA does NOT recognize my toxic contamination exposure from Ft. McClellan & has denied my claim!!!
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