And the worst part? In some cases, the water contained 3,000 times the safe limit of carcinogens in the water these veterans, personnel, and mothers were drinking, cooking with, and bathing in.
Those chemicals included perchloroethylene (PCE), trichloroethylene (TCE), and benzene. All 3 are linked to very aggressive forms of cancer. To many of our war hero's have gotten sick an died from Camp Lejeune long term side affects.
Veterans and civilians who were present at Camp Lejeune during this time period who later developed specific diseases may be eligible for disability compensation.