Can military service increase my risk of developing kidney cancer from AFFF exposure?

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Yes. Serving as a military firefighter may increase your chances of developing kidney cancer. The Department of Defense (DOD), after a preliminary investigation found that over 700 military sites were contaminated with PFAS, a toxic compound in firefighting foam (AFFF). AFFF is used against jet fuel and other liquid fires, and frequent usage of this product exposes individuals to cancer-causing chemicals like PFAS.

Kidney cancer has been strongly linked to chemicals in AFFF 

There are many risk factors for kidney cancer, such as smoking, obesity, high blood pressure, and exposure to toxic chemicals like PFAS. Firefighters who developed kidney cancer after serving in the military may have preexisting risk factors that were exacerbated by AFFF exposure. 

For some individuals, kidney cancer may take as long as fifteen years to manifest. Thus, chronic exposure to PFAS plays a role in the development of the disease. Unfortunately, the use of AFFF for firefighting training and emergency response has constantly exposed military firefighters to these chemicals.

Our attorneys will help you file an AFFF kidney cancer claim

Many firefighters who served in the military are usually unaware of the possible side effects of PFAS exposure from using firefighting foam. Whether you are a veteran or an active military firefighter, our team at Environmental Litigation Group, P.C. will help you throughout your legal process if you develop kidney cancer. Just make sure you have your military and medical records stating your diagnosis, and we will file your claim.