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      • Getting a Nexus Letter for a VA Disability Claim
    • Toxic PFAS and TCE Contamination on Military Bases: Investigative Findings
    • How DOGE Budget Cuts Are Impacting Cancer Care
  • AFFF Lawsuit
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  • PFAS Diseases
    • Kidney Cancer
    • Testicular Cancer
    • Thyroid Cancer
    • Liver Cancer
    • Brain Cancer
    • Ulcerative Colitis (UC)
    • Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma (NHL)
    • Parkinson’s Disease (PD)
    • Thyroid Disease
    • Prostate Cancer
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  • Military and Veterans
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      • Health Risks for Veterans Exposed to PFAS
      • VA Toxic Exposure Screening
      • Get a PFAS Blood Test Through the VA
      • VA Disability Rating for Kidney Cancer
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      • VA Disability Rating for Cancer in Remission
      • Getting a Nexus Letter for a VA Disability Claim
    • Toxic PFAS and TCE Contamination on Military Bases: Investigative Findings
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Author: Andrew J. Cobos

Andrew J. Cobos serves as the Chief Veteran Legal Counsel at PFAS Water Experts. As a veteran lawyer, he represents military veterans impacted by AFFF water contamination on military bases in ongoing PFAS mass tort litigation. As a U.S. Military Academy graduate (2003) and combat veteran, he has a deep passion for helping those who have served our country get the compensation they deserve for complex injury cases.

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    AFFF Contamination, Mass Tort Lawsuits, PFAS Cancer, PFAS Contamination|9 min|
    The PFAS Defense Playbook: Corporate Strategies Used to Limit Liability

    Discover how major corporations like 3M and DuPont are defending themselves in the PFAS lawsuit, from restructuring and insurance tactics to regulatory lobbying, and learn what the latest MDL updates (CMO 35 & 36) mean for victims seeking justice.

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    VA Disability|49 min|
    700+ Military Bases with Contaminated Water: Health Risks and Legal Actions

    Uncover the shocking reality of water contamination at over 700+ military bases, putting servicemembers' and families' health at risk from PFAS, benzene, and other harmful substances. This article delves into the Pentagon's delayed response, a landmark $1.185 billion settlement, and offers a practical guide for affected individuals seeking legal action and compensation for their health issues.

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    PFAS Blood Testing, VA Disability|6 min|
    VA Toxic Exposure Screening: What Veterans Need to Know

    Learn how the VA toxic exposure screening works, who qualifies, how it fits under the PACT Act, and why early screening is critical for veterans seeking healthcare and disability benefits.

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  • how to get a free pfas blood test through the va
    PFAS Blood Testing, VA Disability|7 min|
    How to Get a PFAS Blood Test Through the VA and Other Options

    Learn how veterans can request a PFAS blood test through the VA, explore alternative testing options, and use test results to support VA disability claims for PFAS-related illnesses.

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    AFFF Contamination, VA Disability|5 min|
    Health Risks for Veterans Exposed to Toxic Levels of PFAS

    Veterans exposed to toxic PFAS levels are at much higher risk for developing severe and rare illnesses, from cancer and immune suppression to hormonal disruption. Learn how military bases became hotspots for contamination and explore VA benefits, advocacy efforts, and legal options available to affected service members.

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  • Ulcerative Colitis, VA Disability|10 min|
    Ulcerative Colitis VA Rating Explained: Understanding Benefits for Veterans

    Ulcerative colitis (UC) is a chronic inflammatory bowel disease affecting veterans significantly. The VA offers disability ratings for UC, ranging from 10% to 100%, based on severity and daily impact. Key causes include genetic factors, immune system dysfunction, environmental toxins like PFAS chemicals, and lifestyle factors. Symptoms include severe diarrhea, abdominal pain, and weight loss. Veterans seeking benefits must provide comprehensive medical evidence, submit a claim, and undergo a C&P exam. Understanding these ratings and the application process can help veterans manage their condition and improve their quality of life.

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  • VA Disability|8 min|
    Understanding Military Service-Related Cancer: Risks, Treatment, and the PACT Act Impact

    Discover the critical link between military service and heightened cancer risks among veterans. Learn how the PACT Act of 2022 has revolutionized VA health care, providing vital support and streamlined benefits for toxic exposure-related conditions. Explore the urgent need for more research on PFAS chemicals and the holistic approach to veteran healthcare.

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  • PFAS Cancer, VA Disability|13 min|
    VA Disability Rating for Cancer in Remission: Maximizing Your Benefits

    Navigate the VA disability rating system for veterans with cancer in remission. Learn how the VA evaluates active versus remission states, accounts for residual treatment effects, and manages risk of recurrence. Our legal experts stress the importance of thorough documentation to optimize your benefits and secure the compensation you deserve for service-connected cancer in remission.

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Resources for Veterans

  • AFFF Lawsuit – Sign Up Online
  • Military Bases with Contaminated Water
  • Health Risks for Veterans Exposed to Toxic PFAS
  • Understanding Military Service-Related Cancer
  • Nexus Letter for a VA Disability Claim
  • Get a PFAS Blood Test Through the VA
  • VA Toxic Exposure Screening
  • VA Disability for PFAS Exposure
  • VA Disability Rating for Kidney Cancer
  • VA Disability Rating for Ulcerative Colitis
  • VA Disability Rating for Cancer in Remission
  • Toxic PFAS and TCE Contamination on Military Bases
  • How DOGE Budget Cuts Are Impacting Cancer Care

Learn about PFAS

  • PFAS Blood Testing
  • PFAS Water Testing
  • What Are PFAS Chemicals?
  • PFAS Contamination in Municipal Water and Private Wells
  • Cancers and Serious Illnesses Due to PFAS Exposure
  • How PFAS Contamination Has Changed Lives

PFAS-Connected Diseases

  • Kidney Cancer
  • Testicular Cancer
  • Thyroid Cancer
  • Liver Cancer
  • Brain Cancer
  • Ulcerative Colitis (UC)
  • Thyroid Disease
  • Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma (NHL)
  • Parkinson’s Disease (PD)
  • Prostate Cancer
  • Bladder Cancer
  • Pancreatic Cancer
  • Ovarian Cancer
  • Mesothelioma

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Resources for Veterans

  • AFFF Lawsuit – Sign Up Online
  • Military Bases with Contaminated Water
  • Health Risks for Veterans Exposed to Toxic PFAS
  • Understanding Military Service-Related Cancer
  • Nexus Letter for a VA Disability Claim
  • Get a PFAS Blood Test Through the VA
  • VA Toxic Exposure Screening
  • VA Disability for PFAS Exposure
  • VA Disability Rating for Kidney Cancer
  • VA Disability Rating for Ulcerative Colitis
  • VA Disability Rating for Cancer in Remission
  • Toxic PFAS and TCE Contamination on Military Bases
  • How DOGE Budget Cuts Are Impacting Cancer Care

PFAS-Connected Diseases

  • Kidney Cancer
  • Testicular Cancer
  • Thyroid Cancer
  • Liver Cancer
  • Brain Cancer
  • Ulcerative Colitis (UC)
  • Thyroid Disease
  • Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma (NHL)
  • Parkinson’s Disease (PD)
  • Prostate Cancer
  • Bladder Cancer
  • Pancreatic Cancer
  • Ovarian Cancer
  • Mesothelioma

Learn about PFAS

  • PFAS Blood Testing
  • PFAS Water Testing
  • What Are PFAS Chemicals?
  • PFAS Contamination in Municipal Water and Private Wells
  • Cancers and Serious Illnesses Due to PFAS Exposure
  • How PFAS Contamination Has Changed Lives
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Houston, TX 77006
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Resources for Veterans

  • AFFF Lawsuit – Sign Up Online
  • Military Bases with Contaminated Water
  • Health Risks for Veterans Exposed to Toxic PFAS
  • Understanding Military Service-Related Cancer
  • Nexus Letter for a VA Disability Claim
  • Get a PFAS Blood Test Through the VA
  • VA Toxic Exposure Screening
  • VA Disability for PFAS Exposure
  • VA Disability Rating for Kidney Cancer
  • VA Disability Rating for Ulcerative Colitis
  • VA Disability Rating for Cancer in Remission
  • Toxic PFAS and TCE Contamination on Military Bases
  • How DOGE Budget Cuts Are Impacting Cancer Care

PFAS-Connected Diseases

  • Kidney Cancer
  • Testicular Cancer
  • Thyroid Cancer
  • Liver Cancer
  • Brain Cancer
  • Ulcerative Colitis (UC)
  • Thyroid Disease
  • Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma (NHL)
  • Parkinson’s Disease (PD)
  • Prostate Cancer
  • Bladder Cancer
  • Pancreatic Cancer
  • Ovarian Cancer
  • Mesothelioma

Learn about PFAS

  • PFAS Blood Testing
  • PFAS Water Testing
  • What Are PFAS Chemicals?
  • PFAS Contamination in Municipal Water and Private Wells
  • Cancers and Serious Illnesses Due to PFAS Exposure
  • How PFAS Contamination Has Changed Lives

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Houston, TX 77006
[email protected]
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