Recent press reporting has included news about environmental contamination issues at multiple military bases. In November 2021, it was reported that 14,000 gallons of jet fuel had contaminated the water supply at Pearl Harbor in Hawaii. What was less covered was the decades of ongoing leaks from the facility, reported to be at least 200,000 gallons since the facility was constructed in 1940. In North Carolina, the biggest news on this subject has been the efforts to seek compensation for people who lived or worked at Camp Lejeune or the New River air station.
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The Department of Veterans Affairs has a page on their website that sets out a statement that “As a part of the Caring for Camp Lejeune Families Act of 2012, qualifying Veterans can receive all their health care (except dental care) from VA if they served on active duty at Camp Lejeune for at least 30 days between August 1, 1953 and December 31, 1987, even if they don’t have a health condition that is presumed to be related to exposure. For individuals with one of the 15 medical conditions presumed to be related to exposure, there is no charge for care. For other health conditions, Veterans will have a co-pay, depending on income and health eligibility priority category.” This eligibility was based on the January 2017 order of Barak Obama to provide disability compensation for certain conditions.
On June 16, 2022, the United States Senate passed the Camp Lejeune Justice Act which will allow for anyone who lived on the bases between 1952 and 1987 for at least 30 days to file a claim for compensation and is funded through the Treasury Judgement Fund. The act had already been approved by the House of Representatives and reporting indicates that it is expected to be signed by Joe Biden. Despite crowing on their websites about having introduced the act in 2021, both North Carolina Senators voted against the act. In an email to Quaker House, Senator Tillis attempted to justify his opposition to the related PACT Act by claiming that he had concerns about the impact of the act on the Veterans Administration. He made the same claims to the Raleigh News and Observer and in both cases failed to express any interest or support for providing the additional funding the Veterans Administration would need to address his concerns.
The Environmental Protection Agency recently issued new advisories on Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Susbstances (PFAS) that were substantially more restrictive than prior rules. Fort Bragg has been identified as one of “the most contaminated sites” for PFAS. The website of the Army’s Environmental Command currently (as of June 22, 2022) reports on water samples taken in December 2021. The reported levels of 22 parts per trillion are more than 900 times the new combined recommended levels of 0.024 parts per trillion.
Quaker House has worked for over 50 years to support members of the military and their families as they question their roles in the military and to work to address the damage caused by their service. The counseling program works to address individual harm in areas such as domestic violence, sexual assault, and moral injury. Efforts like the Camp Lejeune Justice Act are addressing the violence being silently done to everyone who have lived or worked on military bases. Support for the troops includes highlighting the pervasive damage done to individuals, to communities, and to the overall environment by the military.
I have bladder cancer at stationed at fort bragg is there any legal cases for that? I have not asked this before
Tom,
We have seen that there are concerns about ground water contamination as well as other environmental pollutants on and around Fort Bragg. As of right now, we aren’t aware of an active outreach situation similar to what is happening at Camp Lejeune. If you haven’t done so already, it probably is worthwhile to attempt to get a VA doctor to document any possible connection to your service.
Additionally, it might be possible that the pending PACT act legislation would apply to you. Again, depending on the nature of your service and possible exposures.
If you would like to discuss this in more detail, please email the Quaker House office at execdirector@quakerhouse.org and we can set up a time to talk.
My father died 5 yrs ago from Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma he was stationed in Fort Bragg for almost 8 or 10 months in 1967 where he meet my mother who was born there and married her July 1968 who died of lung cancer 7 years ago would this be with this claim?
Christa,
Thank you for your comment and we are sorry for your losses. As noted previously, we are not finding that there has been success in developing a case for environmental contamination in and around Fort Bragg yet. But we are continuing to monitor the reporting on this. We would suggest looking at the Military Poisons website for more information on this, and other bases.
I was assigned to Fort Bragg from 1985-89, & had a child born with a ‘spontaneous’ birth defect for which the cause is still unknown. Cases of this defect have risen from 1 in 200,000 to 1 in 20,000, The congenital defect results in the deletion of chromosome 7 of the elastin gene which affects numerous parts & systems within the body; Eyes, ears, heart, kidney, muscles/joints & so on. Possibly related?
My father has Myelodysplastic syndrome and was also at Fort Bragg.
Hi Wayne, Have ever thought to have people get their blood tested for PFAS? There is a law firm that will do it for free with no commitment. See this piece I wrote: https://www.militarypoisons.org/latest-news/frightening-levels-of-pfas-at-camp-lejeune Pat Elder
With the recent (last two weeks) coverage about PFAS issues at other bases, this is a timely suggestion. Thank you!
My brother Norman Henderson’s was at fort bragg in the 80’s his kidneys shut down plus he almost died but they brought him back to life
I have MGUS, which can lead into MULTIPLE MELOMANIA. I Was stationed at Ft. Bragg in 1970
– 1971. Any new developments for compensation for vets at Bragg? Thank you for your efforts!
I was stationed at fort Bragg from May 6th – 1970 to Sept 11, 1970
I and my wife was stationed at FT BRAGG IN 81/84 SHE WORKED ON BASE I WAS IN MILITARY ,I HAD PROSTATE CANCER IN 2018 AND SHE HAD COLON CANCER IN 2017 IS THERE ANYTHING I NEED TO DO TO POSSIBLY GET COMPENSATED
There is no immediate option for either of you that we are aware of. We would recommend looking at the Military Poisons website and adding your information to their tracking of diseases and locations. As with all situations like this, it is only possible to identify a connection between contamination and disease with significant data correlating the two. So the more reports like yours that are available, the greater the chance of our answer being different in the future.
I was at ft.bragg in 1969,have fatty liver disease
William,
Please see the prior notes. We strongly recommend that you discuss your prior exposures with your medical providers. You mention being in Fayetteville in 1969, which suggests possible service in southeast Asia as well. There have been numerous documented issues of toxic exposures in country there as well, so you might want to include that in your conversations with experts.
My Father was stationed at Fort Bragg and has died from cancer and my mother was stationed there and died this year from Adult leukemia and the doctor told her it was environmental> After research I found out Jet Fuel had been dumped in the water at Fort Bragg. I would like information on who to contact to start a lawsuit.
We do not have any useful information about possible litigation options regarding Fort Bragg or other bases. But we are continuing to monitor conversations on these issues, especially in light of the enactment of the PACT legislation. We have hope that renewed attention on the long-term effects of these kinds of exposures on members of the military and their families will have results.
I was at fort Bragg in 1971 and also have fatty liver disease
My father was stationed at fort Bragg and recently died of aml leukemia…also served in Vietnam…can this be caused by the water quality at fort Bragg? Is my mother entitled to any compensation?
Thank you for your post, and we are sorry for your loss. As noted below, we are not aware of any immediate movement towards a compensation program like the one at Camp Lejeune for Fort Bragg. The difficulty is always finding a way to connect a specific individual’s health experience with a specific exposure. You, or your mother, could discuss the information on the Military Poisons site with your father’s providers to see if they could identify a possible correlation.
Should we become aware of a specific move to address contamination issues at Fort Bragg and the surrounding area, we will certainly post about it here.
My husband was stationed at Fort Braggs, had stomach cramps for nearly his hold enrollment as a PETROLUEM SUPPLY SPECIALIST during 1973-1976 and died of liver cancer non alcoholic.
My name is Calvin Jones. I live in Memphis tenn. My brother was station in fort bragg north Carolina in the 60s and 70ths. He died of many cancers in his body. Three years ago. His daughter even died of some health problems that he had. Can i find out more about this long and deadly problem that my brother had to live and die with. Calvin Jones 1000 Forrest Ave Memphis tenn. 38105. 901 650 1170.
I was station at Fort Bragg between 1971-1972,for about 13 months.If my memory serve me well my Brigade went to Camp Lejeune but don’t remember how long but it was not 30 days.I have been treated for prostate cancer.Also i was station in the Coast Guard in Portsmouth, Virginia on a ship
name Madrona from 1975-1977,doing our area of operation between Cape Hatteras,NC and Ocean Spring,MD,and surrounding areas we would make port calls at Camp Lejeune.Now the question is do i qualify for benefit under the PACT ACT?
Matthew.
The general recommendation under the new PACT act is for anyone who thinks they had an exposure to consult with their doctors, including the Veteran Administration providers, to seek to establish if your conditions are covered under the act. This includes Camp Lejeune exposures.
Is it possible that the water catamination in camp Lejeune also was in Fort Bragg??
We are not aware of any proof of contamination at Fort Bragg on the level at Camp Lejeune. However, the Environmental Working Group’s website map (https://www.ewg.org/interactive-maps/pfas_contamination/map/) shows data about PFAS contamination in the Eureka Springs, Pre-Ranger, and Range 7 water systems. If you believe you have been contaminated we share recommendation of MilitaryPoisons.org that you consider getting tested for PFAS levels.
I have prostate cancer and have had skin problems while in military (Army) til present day. I believe it is due to water contamination. Who can I talk to to possibly represent me.
I Went through basic training at Fort Bragg in 1966 and 67. Do I have a claim because l got bladder cancer?
My father was stationed at ft bragg sometime between 1980 and 1984 . He had health issues he would not speak of and committed suicide in2016, however, my mother passed away 2 years ago from Colon cancer that spread to all of her vital organs by the time it was found she was already stage 4. Yes, she was with my father during his time there . I keep getting calls about the camp Lejeune lawsuit which is a marine corps base so I’m pretty sure he wasn’t there since he was in the army but I know he was definitely at ft bragg . I would like information on how to get my father’s records to confirm .
We are very sorry to hear of your losses. As discussed in prior replies, we recommend contacting militarypoisons.org for information about specific diseases and different military bases. Unless your father (or mother) spent a total of 30 or more days on the Camp Lejeune property during the subject years, it is unlikely that a claim under that part of the PACT Act would be successful.
To obtain a copy of your father’s military record, which should include his medical information, the best way (though not fast) is through the National Archives. (https://www.archives.gov/veterans/military-service-records)
My Siblings and I were born at Ft. Bragg and lived there while my father served. I also served at Ft. McClellan, which was also one of the worst contamanated forts. I and my siblings, our children have suffered with an array of autoimnune diseases, ADHD, ADD, learning disablities, and misscarriges.
I was at ft Bragg with my husband during that time frame, but neither one of us have any kind of problems. I just one to know is this enough for a claim. Were we in the area for drinking bad water? Only a question. Thanks In advance.
There is not yet a claim mechanism for Fort Bragg or its surrounding area. The current claims are only related to Camp Lejeune and area. Some veterans, including some going back many years, may have new channels for compensation under the recently enacted PACT Act. However, we have seen anything that generally relates to environmental contamination at Fort Bragg (or other bases) beyond the specific limitations set out in that legislation.
I was at ft. Bragg from 1977-1980. Can I file a v a claim?
Please look at my prior comment in reply to John Kroll. We cannot provide any kind of legal advice about a specific situation, both because we are not North Carolina lawyers nor do we have sufficient medical expertise.
We were stationed at Fort Bragg between 1977 – 1979. My spouse died in June of 2018 suffering from multiple problems associated with the military.
My father died from non Hodgkin’s lafoma was stationed in fort Brag he was 82nd air borne paratrooper in Vietnam. Is there any routes I can take to file a lawsuit I got my mom a monthly check from va years ago but it destroyed our family it was me my mom and dad that’s it. My mom lost our house after she sold out first one in Nevada after he died because she could not afford the bills she ended losing our house in Michigan I rebelled went the wrong way in life as a kid I was broken watching my mom give up and turn to alcohol I moved in with friends because I couldn’t stand seeing her depressed drinking her self to death living with my aunt.
I am very sorry for your experiences. I don’t have any easy or quick answer to what can be done. Our recommendation continues to be to reach out to the groups listed in these replies as they are already working on these issues and more information is always of value to them.
I was stationed at Fort Bragg in 1985 & had basic @ Ft Mcellan AL. Are there claims out like Camp Lejeune?
Sadly, as noted below, there does not yet appear to be a movement towards a claim process for Fort Bragg or other bases worldwide.
My husband was in the Army at Fort Bragg North Carolina during 1965 to 68 546 Transportation
He passed away in 1994?from multiple organ failure
Could his death be involved with any thing from camp laminar?
I was at Ft Bragg. I developed renal cancer and I suffer from liver failure. I am not or have been a heavy drinker. I have had many tumors removed in the last few years.
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The general recommendation under the new PACT act is for anyone who thinks they had an exposure to consult
with their doctors, including the Veteran Administration providers, to seek to establish if their conditions are covered under the act.
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I’m lost with who I should contact about the water being contaminated at FORT BRAGG in North Carolina by jet fuel being poured into the water people drank and bathed in. I’ve received and am still receiving from families, relatives and others who are dying or have died from this tragedy. Please suggest who in the government I can contact with this information. Families are desperate for answers. Thank you, Sandra Nobles-Miller
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In 2013 my husband died of Pancreatic cancer.
He was born in 1953 at Fort Bragg, returned to Fort brag from 9-12 years old, enlisted and served in the 82nd and Ranger training from 1970-1973.
Do you think I have a claim?
Karen,
Thank you for the post and we are saddened by your loss. As noted in prior comments, we can’t give an answer to the question about the validity of any claim. The best that we can recommend is that you collect as many of the available records as you can and contact groups like Military Poisons who have been gathering information for several years.
My husband was stationed at Fort Bragg from 1963 -1965. Has had prostrate cancer and skin cancer. Any link to the contamination at Ft Lejeune.
It is hard to prove any individual’s connection to a specific exposure, especially after multiple decades. Groups like Military Poisons (see note below) gather reports to try to identify trends. It is only through that kind of work that “proof” is found. We continue to recommend that you contact them and add your experience to their data.
My dad was stationed there during same time period and ended up with same things it was eating his skin and muscle. And had brother born with conjentital heart defect he past away in 93 he was 21
I got bladder cancer when I was in my 50’s. I went through basic training at Ft. Bragg in 1966. Do I have a claim against the government?
Please look at my prior comment in reply to John Kroll. We cannot provide any kind of legal advice about a specific situation, both because we are not North Carolina lawyers nor do we have sufficient medical expertise.
I was stationed at ft bragg from 82 till 85 when i ets out of the army with an honorable discharge i was assigned to the usajfkswc and was company clerk and also worked in the supply room for b company where the special forces did their training to become special forces along with marines and seals to go through the course i handled all the issued items they needed while going through the course and camp lejeune was part of their training after i ets out of the army i received skin cancer that was removed by surgery it was something i had for years and i am not certain its all gone do i need to talk to somebody about this
I was at Ft Bragg from August – October 1969. No issues yet, very sorry for yours.
Sevr at fort Bragg 196970 heart and breathing problems
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Asenic, Chromium, Lead and PFAS have been closely linked to bladder cancer. What was your MOS?
I was at Ft Bragg from 1966 to1968 I have had Kidney Cancer at age 40 {1987} and Prostate
cancer at age 72 {2019} plus for the past 10yrs symptons of Parkinsons. Do I havea claim
Was in FT Bragg 1966 to 1968 had Cancer at age 40 had cancer nagain age 72 2019 and the last ten years symptons of
parkinsons. Do I have a claim no family history of Cancer.
If you have not already, we strongly urge you to file a claim with the Veterans Administration under the PACT Act. There is limited time remaining for making these claims and no risk or cost for having done so. However, there is no way to give any kind of concrete answer as to what, if any, the result from this claim will be. Considering the years you cite, it is possible that you had exposure to Agent Orange and you should certainly consider that in filing a claim.
My father who served at ft. Bragg for many years is ft. Bragg included in the compensation in camp Lejeun?
Unless your father spent 30 or more days at Lejeune during the time period, he wouldn’t be successful making a claim under that system. But if he has suffered any of the conditions listed in that program, or any of the many other conditions that are seen as related to PFAS exposure, he should file a claim. At the worst nothing happens with it and he is no worse off than now. But the only way to create the body of evidence of a relationship between conditions and geography is to have as many of the claims as possible.
My wife died from AML in 2005 at Ft Bragg after a 9 month battle. She was 39 and no family history of cancer. We lived on post for many years.
Why would it be just camp lejeune
My relative was stationed at several Air Force military bases over four years and developed kidney cancer identical to Camp Lejeune —what’s the recourse for that ?
Wouldn’t other bases during those years have likely employed the same negligent practices ?
The issue of environmental contamination on and around military bases (and other federal facilities) has existed for a long time. Just some other recent ones are noted in the article. At this instant, Camp Lejeune is notable not for the contamination but for the opportunity for filing claims as a result of it. As noted below, the Military Poisons site has done good work on this issue for a long time.
You may have seen the craven votes taken by many members of the US Senate recently regarding the PACT Act. While not the same exact issue, the injuries and their causes addressed in the act are very similar and the cold-hearted treatment of veterans by these legislators is consistent with the experience of those seeking to address the contamination issues.
I feel someone should be held accountable. My parents might still be here on earth had the jet fuel not been dumped in the water
My name is Calvin Jones. I live in Memphis tenn. My brother was station in fort bragg north Carolina in the 60s and 70ths. He died of many cancers in his body. Three years ago. His daughter even died of some health problems that he had. Can i find out more about this long and deadly problem that my brother had to live and die with. Calvin Jones 1000 Forrest Ave Memphis tenn. 38105. 901 650 1170.
My dad was at forte Bragg as well I had a brother born with birth defect and died at 21.. and I can’t have kids and I’ve never hurt myself or didn’t anything that should have caused that..my dad also came down with a bad heart that the doctor said most have it from birth …my dad said he would have never made in army led alone 82nd airborne ranger combat medic tour to Vietnam in 65 also Korea Cambodia
My husband died of Esophageal cancer in August of 2019. His oncologist believed that it had to do with his 38 years of military service. He never smoked or drank. He was at Fort Bragg in 1969-1970 for 6 months. He went to different military bases throughout his career for training in those 38 years. He fought hard for a year after his diagnosis, and passed away at the age of 71.
We are sorry for your loss, and of all of those below.
We have learned of a Facebook group focused on military related people who have been affected by toxic exposures, and have received permission to share the link to the public group here.
http://www.facebook.com/groups/OperationStandTogether/about
I’m presently speaking with a Law Firm to see if they can represent everyone who has or who had a loved one who died or is diagnosed with some form of illness they believe was from dumping Jet fuel in the water at Fort Bragg. cancer. Please give me your names so I can forward it to the Law Firm so they will take the case. I want to start a type of petition.
Thank you
Hi My dad died of protate cancer and mom was lung sick and died both young. Fort Bragg in 63-69 I am daughter Dercum Disease badly. Lisa Ren Manley SC
My husband was at Fort Bragg from February 1968 to June 1970. He was diagnosed with Non Hodgkins Lymphoma in 1992 and died from this cancer in 2003. He was only 60 at time of death
I’m the sister of Marcus Foreman who died of several cancers in January 2022. He was station at Fort Braggs for 14 years. 82nd Airborne.
My father died in 1995 with many ailments. He was on dialysis three times a week at that point since 94. He always told me it was Agent Orange his platoon got sprayed with in Vietnam. He too was stationed at Ft. Bragg 69-70. He had skin issues documented in his dd214 files I got from the VA. I bet he had no idea that he was already getting microdosed with poisons from basic on. Or maybe he did. If there is any way for me to join/help please let me know.
Billy, Thank you for your comment. We aren’t aware of any options for Agent Orange claims after a veteran’s passing, but will look into that. We will certainly add your information about your father’s time at Fort Bragg to our lists.
My husband was at Ft Bragg from 1968-1970. He had prostate cancer, then bladder cancer, and the kidney cancer. We’re wondering if it’s related to contamination.
Has any of this water get to any other military bases like in Georgia?
My husband, my two young sons, and I, were stationed at Fort Bragg from November 1968-August 1969. During this period and after, my husband developed a serious skin and scalp problem. He was treated both there and in Korea. Under this serious condition. He later developed diabetes and cancer.
My father died of Parkinson’s disease, was stationed at FT Bragg 1952-1953.
It does not run in the family and none of his siblings have died of Parkinson’s while also being service members at other branches.
Please keep me updated if Ft. Bragg becomes part of this toxic water issue due to proximity of the Camp Lejeune water source possibly affecting this area too.
I was born on Fort Bragg Base in 1970 and although my mother relocated months after my birth, I was diagnosed with Breast Cancer in 2014. No history in family before myself. Just inquiring
Fort Bragg was my last station as of Oct 09 1970. Now I also was stationed at Ft Eustic VA and basic training in Ft Mcclellan al in Dec 05 1969 for 3 months or more.
I have numerous med problems. Thyroidism with host of other s which was all denied by the va.
My name is Dorothy L Brice my husband was in the Army at Fort Bragg N.C his job was working at 546 Transportation he got injured on the job around 1966 torn rotator cuff
After his time in the Army ended in 1968 his health started to get worse in 1994 he passed away from multiple organ system failure. Who do I contact regarding the Water contamination located at Fort Bragg
Thank you for your note. We would recommend, as with most of these comments, that you reach out to Military Poisons linked below.
My mother and my sister stayed with my father in Fort Story Army Base, home of the amphibians, for a few months because the naval base didn’t have room for them (mother and sister) after months of beign there. My sister was 7 months old and developed meningitis and almost died. Could this be linked to the water she had to drink with her formula?
My husband is 54 and was stationed at Ft Bragg. He has Parkinson’s (PD)and starting with dementia. Nobody else in his family has PD
My husband was stationed at Ft Bragg from 1963 -1965. He has had prostrate cancer and skin cancer. Was there any correlation from the contamination at Camp Lejeune.
Hi John, What was your husband’s military occupational specialty? Prostate cancer and skin cancer are linked to PFAS contamination.
Stationed at Bragg from 1966-1968.
I now have Non Hodgkin’s Cancer as well as Prostrate cancer. Any information you could provide would be appreciated.
Ask the VA to test your blood for PFAS. Compare your levels to the concentrations set out by the National Academies of the Sciences in its 2022 advice to physicians.
I was at Fort Bragg from 1970-1972, It seems possible that many health issues may be stemming from the contaimations that have been recently published. I am wondering if this would include Prostate Cancer as well? Also I’ve had a contact from some law firm in 2021, that was suppose to be involved with a class action law suite in reference to the issues of contaminations at Fort Bragg. Haven’t heard a thing from them since. Any comment or known info on that would be helpful as well.
Any reference to Ft Bragg contaminated water ? Where do I apply, stationed at Ft Bragg 1974.
I was born at fort Bragg in 1970. My father was stationed there for a couple years. I lived there till 1972. My father died of cancer. Tumor in bronchial tube. My mother has neuropathy. I have neuropathy so bsd my bones have crumbled in my feet. Just had 3rd surgery on rt foot. Any link to this and contamination at fort Bragg?
Peripheral neuropathy is associated with Arsenic, Lead, TCE, and Xylene exposure.
My dad was 82nd airborne combat medic trained fort Bragg not sure where else but but also went to ranger school and was airborne ranger went to Vietnam in 65 ..we he passed away 9 years ago now ..and also I had a brother that was born with half a heart one lung ..and my dad the last five years of his life was getting eaten up by something some said it was ajent orange..could he have been at this camp with his medical training and other speciel
If there is any documentation showing exposure to Agent Orange, there may be options under the PACT Act. In light of the special timing rule that expires this summer, we suggest looking at filing a claim as soon as possible just so it is under the special timing rule. We don’t have information about the details of making survivors benefits claims in specific, but do know they are allowed. So far there are no provisions for PFAS exposure claims at facilities other than Camp Lejeune.
I was stationed at Ft Bragg in 1984-1985. At age 53, I was diagnosed with a rare bladder cancer – a type of cancer typically found in people in their 70’s. Looking at the known causes for this cancer, my stay at Ft Bragg seems to be the most plausible culprit.
What was your MOS? Have you had your blood tested for PFAS? Read National Academies of Sciences advice to clinicians for PFAS levels in blood. Bladder cancer is linked to PFAS exposure. Do you have a lawyer? Maybe join Veterans and Civilians Clean Water Alliance on FB.
My husband and i were stationed at Fort Bragg in 1954-55 .He was in Airborne Special Forces and we had our second child there. Some years later i got thyroid cancer . Went our separate ways he developed cancer and later died.
My husband Tim is 55 and was diagnosed 6 years ago with Parkinson’s. He served at Ft. Bragg in the 80’s and we can only get 40% disability for him. Also severe spinal stenosis from his jumps as a paratrooper. The stenosis was documented by a physician that is was caused from his jumps. Tim can hardly walk and has not worked for 5 years.
Our good friend also served with Tim at the same time at Bragg and he just past with Parkinson’s and prostrate cancer.
Why is nobody making the connection to help these service members. They served for our country and now are suffering without help.
Along with other groups who support the veterans community, we are working to bring increased awareness to situations like your family’s. We are looking into the history of consideration of full, and free, medical coverage for veterans and their immediate families for life, without the current requirements of connection to service. If you haven’t already, we certainly would recommend seeking a review of his disability rating based on the physician’s finding of causal relationship to his time as a paratrooper.