Veterans exposed to PFAS through firefighting foam or contaminated water on military bases often face denied VA disability claims due to lack of presumptive recognition for illnesses related to PFAS exposure. This in-depth guide explains how to document exposure, establish a strong medical nexus, and navigate the VA disability claims process for PFAS-related conditions like kidney cancer, thyroid disease, and ulcerative colitis.

Nexus letters are critical for veterans filing VA disability claims for toxic exposure illnesses like PFAS-related cancers. Learn how to strengthen your claim and view a sample nexus letter template.

New research links PFAS exposure to non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma through immune suppression, chronic inflammation, and oxidative DNA damage, increasing cancer risks for individuals in contaminated environments.