Cervical cancer - PFAS exposure claims

The majority of cervical cancer cases are the result of infection with the human papillomavirus, a sexually transmitted infection. Nevertheless, exposure to PFAS, which are a group of toxic fluorinated chemicals, can also contribute to the development of this malignant disease, according to recent medical studies. Women over the age of 30 have the highest risk of developing cervical cancer, although it can occur at any age. Fortunately, cervical cancer can be detected early if women undergo the Pap test, also known as the Pap smear, regularly. The most common symptoms of cervical cancer are:

• light bleeding between periods
• menstrual bleeding that is longer and heavier than usual
• bleeding after intercourse or a pelvic examination
• increased vaginal discharge
• pain during sexual intercourse
• bleeding after menopause

The primary source of PFAS on military bases is aqueous film-forming foam, also known as AFFF, a fire suppressant used by military firefighters and trainees to put out jet fuel and petroleum fires. Although it is very effective, it contains a great amount of PFAS, which endangers not only the environment but also the health of the military members stationed at these bases. If you are a woman who was stationed at one of these military bases, either with your husband or as a female member of the military, and subsequently developed cervical cancer, please contact us, as you may be eligible for compensation.