A weak immune system can lead to the development of many serious health problems, as the body is significantly more prone to infections and diseases. Since the immune system fails to protect the body against bacteria, viruses, and fungi, people with a poorly functioning immune system are more susceptible to contracting these pathogens. In the United States, there are approximately 10 million people with a weak immune system, which is very alarming. Therefore, nearly 4% of the population of the country is immunocompromised. The following are the signs of a poor immune system:
- frequent colds and infections
- blood disorders
- delayed growth and development
- autoimmune diseases
- skin rashes
- high levels of stress
- digestive system problems
- organ inflammation
- slow healing of wounds
On military bases, the main source of PFAS is the use of aqueous film-forming foam, also known as AFFF, by military firefighters and trainees to extinguish jet fuel and petroleum fires. This fire suppressant, while very effective, is highly dangerous, as once PFAS are released into the environment, they persist, since they are forever chemicals. Similarly, once they enter the human body through inhalation or ingestion, they remain there forever, being able to compromise the immune system. If you were stationed at a military base that was contaminated with PFAS and the function of your immune system was impaired, we strongly advise you to contact our legal team so that you can recover the financial compensation you might be entitled to. It is important to know that the family members who were stationed at polluted military bases along with members of the military may also be eligible for compensation if their immune system becomes compromised as a result of exposure to PFAS.
