Asbestos Exposure in Military Veterans: A Growing Concern
1 in 3 U. S. Veterans will be diagnosed with an asbestos-related disease in their lifetime.
It's estimated that over 25 million military veterans may have faced asbestos exposure during their dedicated service to our nation. These brave men and women, serving in various branches including the Navy, Army, Air Force, Marines, Coast Guard, and Merchant Marines, now bear the burden of Mesothelioma and other debilitating asbestos-related diseases. The sacrifice they made for our country should not lead to a lifetime of suffering.
The U.S. military, in its pursuit of national security, unfortunately, used more than 300 asbestos-containing products between the years 1930 and 1980. While these products may have served their immediate purpose, they left a hidden legacy of health risks for those who served.
For Mesothelioma patients, one of the most critical decisions they face is whether to pursue legal action against negligent asbestos companies that prioritized profits over human lives. A Mesothelioma lawsuit can provide vital financial compensation to support your family, cover the exorbitant costs of Mesothelioma treatment, and offer recompense for the immeasurable pain and suffering endured.
By seeking justice, you not only secure your own future but also hold these companies accountable for their actions, ensuring that others do not suffer the same fate. We're here to help guide you through this challenging journey, providing the information and support you need to make informed decisions for yourself and your loved ones. Your sacrifice for our country deserves the best possible care and support.
Mesothelioma diagnosed in many shipyard workers have direct links to asbestos exposure.
Asbestos Exposure in the Military
- Air Force
- Army Asbestos Exposure
- Coast Guard Veterans
- Merchant Marine Veterans
- National Guard Asbestos Exposure
- Navy Veterans
- U. S. Marine Corps
- WW2, Korean War & Vietnam Veterans
- Militray Aircraft
- Military Bases
- Military Vehicles
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According to the U. S. Department of Veterans Affairs, there are more than 25 million living veterans who have served in the armed forces exposed to toxic asbestos. A recent study showed that 1 in 3 veterans would develop an asbestos-related disease in their lifetime.
Veterans who served in Air Force, Marines, Navy, Coast Guard, and Army have a Mesothelioma or other asbestos-related diseases. Most vets do not start showing asbestos-related symptoms until 20-40 years after their initial exposure.
If you are a veteran diagnosed with Mesothelioma, Asbestos lung cancer, asbestosis, or are experiencing asbestos-related symptoms, you may be eligible to receive compensation from asbestos companies and manufacturers responsible.
Over 25 million veterans in the U. S. are at risk of developing malignant Mesothelioma from asbestos exposure. Asbestos manufacturers knew of the long term dangers of asbestos exposure but chose to ignore or downplay the role asbestos played in many reported illnesses.
ASBESTOS EXPOSURE IN ARMY MILITARY BASES
The Army used asbestos for a variety of uses in building military bases throughout the U. S. Asbestos was used throughout U. S. Army military installations and can be found in such asbestos-containing products as:
- Air conditioning systems
- Boiler rooms
- Boiler insulation
- Cabin heating systems
- Cement covered flues
- Cement covered pipes
- Cement covered siding
- Gaskets
- Generators
- Fireproofing materials
- Firewalls
- Floor tile
- Heating systems
- Hot water tank insulation
- Pipes
- Pipes coverings
- Pipefitting
- Roofing materials
- Spray-on acoustical products
- Turbines
- Wallboard joint compound
- Wall insulation
- Wall panels
- Vinyl flooring
Mesothelioma has been linked to toxic asbestos exposure in U. S. Veterans.