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USS Bering Strait (AVP-34)

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USS Grampus (SS-523) and Asbestos Exposure | Asbestos Ships

Asbestos Exposure on the USS Grampus (SS-523). Learn more about how and where you were exposed to asbestos and find shipmates.

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USS Besugo (SS-321/AGSS-321) and Asbestos Exposure | Asbestos Ships

Asbestos Exposure on the USS Besugo (SS-321/AGSS-321) . Learn more about how and where you were exposed to asbestos and find shipmates.

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SS Park Victory and Asbestos Exposure | Asbestos Ships

Asbestos Exposure on the SS Park Victory. Learn more about how and where you were exposed to asbestos and find shipmates.

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USS Bisbee (PF-46) and Asbestos Exposure | Asbestos Ships

Asbestos Exposure on the USS Bisbee (PF-46) . Learn more about how and where you were exposed to asbestos and find shipmates.

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HMAS Brisbane (D-41) and Asbestos Exposure | Asbestos Ships

Asbestos Exposure on the HMAS Brisbane (D-41). Learn more about how and where you were exposed to asbestos and find shipmates.

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Can AFFF Exposure Cause Ulcerative Colitis in Veterans?

Researchers continue examining whether long-term PFAS exposure from AFFF firefighting foam may contribute to inflammatory conditions like ulcerative colitis (UC).

Veterans and military firefighters experiencing ongoing digestive symptoms should stay informed and seek medical guidance when needed.

Read the full blog for more on symptoms, research, and veteran health awareness.

Can AFFF Exposure Cause Ulcerative Colitis in Veterans? | Asbestos Ships

AFFF exposure may increase ulcerative colitis risk in veterans and firefighters due to PFAS contamination, immune disruption, and inflammati

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USS Blackfin (SS-322) and Asbestos Exposure | Asbestos Ships

Asbestos Exposure on the USS Blackfin (SS-322) . Learn more about how and where you were exposed to asbestos and find shipmates.

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Firefighters face more than immediate dangers on the job. Repeated exposure to toxic substances such as PFAS, asbestos, heavy metals, and co

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Lay statements (“buddy letters”) can help veterans explain what happened during service

How symptoms developed, and how daily life has changed over time.

These personal accounts often help fill important gaps in a claim, especially when records are incomplete.

Read more about how lay evidence works in VA disability claims.

Lay Statements in VA Disability Claims: Why They Matter and How to Use Them | Asbestos Ships

Lay statements can strengthen a veteran's VA disability claim by providing firsthand evidence of symptoms, service impact, and daily limitat

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USS Blenny (SS/AGSS-324) Balao-class submarine

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Some risks from service stay hidden for years.

Toxic exposure is now being linked to serious illnesses like glioblastoma.

Claims are available, but awareness comes first.

👉 https://www.asbestos-ships.com/news/glioblastoma-disability-compensation

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PFAS Exposure and Liver Cancer Risk in Military Firefighters

PFAS exposure is still being studied, especially in relation to firefighters and military service members who may have encountered it during their work.

Some research is looking at possible links between long-term exposure and health conditions like liver cancer, though the science is still developing.

Awareness of exposure history and general health changes can be helpful for those who may be affected.

PFAS Exposure and Liver Cancer Risk in Military Firefighters | Asbestos Ships

Prolonged PFAS exposure from firefighting foam has been associated with changes in liver function, raising liver cancer risk in military fir

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Otto Fuel II exposure is an overlooked issue among Navy veterans.

It was used in torpedoes and may have been inhaled or contacted during maintenance, spills in confined spaces.

Some veterans report long-term neurological and respiratory symptoms.

Awareness matters.

Read more: https://www.asbestos-ships.com/news/va-disability-for-otto-fuel-exposure

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Honoring Navy Veterans of the USS Fred T. Berry (DD/DDE-858)

Were you aboard the USS Fred T. Berry (DD/DDE-858)? Or would you like to honor a family member who served on this ship?

We invite you to share your photos, memories, and stories on our site to help preserve the legacy of those who served.

Every story matters. Join us in honoring these veterans and keeping their history alive.

USS Fred T. Berry (DD/DDE-858) and Asbestos Exposure | Asbestos Ships

Asbestos Exposure on the USS Fred T. Berry (DD/DDE-858) . Learn more about how and where you were exposed to asbestos and find shipmates.

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Atomic Veterans: VA Claims for Radiation and Asbestos Exposure During Above-Ground Nuclear Tests

Veterans of nuclear testing face hidden health risks, from cancer to mesothelioma. The VA recognizes some radiation-related conditions—but many still struggle to get benefits. Are you or a loved one affected? Learn how to take action: https://www.asbestos-ships.com/news/atomic-veterans-above-ground-nuclear-tests

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Night battle, August 1966: USS Vogelgesang fires her 5 inch guns off Huong Dien, Vietnam, stopping an assault on a Popular Forces outpost. Many veterans served aboard in areas with typical shipboard materials and conditions. Full story

USS Vogelgesang (DD-862) and Asbestos Exposure | Asbestos Ships

Asbestos Exposure on the USS Vogelgesang (DD-862) . Learn more about how and where you were exposed to asbestos and find shipmates.