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VP Harris backs plan to provide medical care for military PFAS victims

The move is part of a broader effort to better recognize and address toxic exposure issues among troops and veterans.

By Leo Shane III

6 months ago

VA to research link between PFAS chemicals and kidney cancer

The move could eventually lead to fast-track disability benefits for thousands of veterans.

By Leo Shane III

7 months ago

800 gallons of hazardous firefighting foam spilled at Guard hangar

Hundreds of gallons of firefighting foam spilled in June at a National Guard facility in Vermont.

By Jonathan Lehrfeld

10 months ago

Navy explores how to get ‘forever chemicals’ out of sailor uniforms

One Navy effort to move away from forever chemicals could change the way a shipboard jacket stays waterproof, according to budget documents.

By Hope Hodge Seck

11 months ago

Military bases teem with PFAS — there’s still no firm plan for cleanup

Excessive levels of toxic PFAS chemicals have been detected at 80% of active and decommissioned military bases.

By Sachi Kitajima Mulkey, Grist

12 months ago

DOD to target ‘forever chemicals’ near Michigan military base — again

Environmentalists say the effort will help prevent PFAS from spreading across the region near the former Wurtsmith Air Force Base.

15 months ago

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