Bobbie O'Brien
Dorie Griggs
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Jackie Dorr
President Barack Obama signs the “Honoring America’s Veterans and Caring for Camp Lejeune Families Act of 2012,” in the Oval Office, Aug. 6, 2012. (Official White House Photo by Pete Souza)
There’s medical care and relief for Marines and their families who lived and worked at Camp LeJeune, NC and were exposed to contaminated drinking water.
The Camp Lejeune Families Act (H.R. 1627) will provide healthcare for those exposed to contaminated water while living at Marine Base Camp
As many as 750,000 people who lived or worked on the base from Jan. 1, 1957, through Dec. 31, 1987, could be eligible for care if they have a disability or disease linked to exposure to the carcinogens found in the water.
What to do?
Register – If you qualify and have not already signed up, the Marine Corps is encouraging all those who lived or worked at Camp Lejeune before 1987 to register to receive notifications regarding Camp Lejeune Historic Drinking Water.
Be Informed – browse the Marine Corps website for background, research information and the latest updates.
New Care Benefits – check with the VA for details on the care now available to Camp Lejeune Marines and families who qualify.
Health Studies – review the research connected to the water contamination from health studies to the water models used to determine contamination by the Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry.
Bookmark Resources – a comprehensive list of Marine, Navy and agency resources for families.
Filed under: Marines, Military families, Veterans, Veterans Administration Tagged: | Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry, Drinking water, Marine Base Camp Lejeune, United States Marine Corps, Water pollution
I was stationed at camp geiger in 1979 i had a stroke a year and a half ago and was diagnosed with polycythemia Vera . I have been on social security disability for nine months but i am filing VA disability now . I am always tired – in pain – dizzy , I am single father if two minor children .
Joseph,
I am so sorry to hear about your physical pain because I am not a physician and I am at a loss to help. I am wondering if you’ve been able to find a support group? Do you have questions, but no answers? Readers of this blog may be of help and I will try as well.
Bobbie
Thank you . Prayers accepted .
My father was stationed there back in 67 there are 6 children in the family.. We all have very serious health issuses. My older bother was born there, he is now 45. Sister concieved there, she has health issues. I have issues and so do my children. Out of 17 grandchildren 8 have health issues. From what I understand it is stored in fat tissues and can be passed on. When will it end?
My husband was stationed at camp lejuene from 1976 to 1980. He had a rare brain tumor partially removed in Pittsburgh 4years ago. Then went through radiation.it came back,we go back to Pitt sburgh tomorrow for surgery and gammaknife. I understand what others are going through and my prayers are with all of them.
As my prayers are with you and your husband for tomorrow’s surgery. May you both have the needed strength to make it through treatment successfully. Bobbie
I was born at Camp Lejeune in 1974. I have narcolepsy but have not applied for Social Security disability. I had a blood clot in my lung two years ago as well and do not smoke. I work but my employer is not friendly or approving for my disability. When will the medical benefits kick in for families and will there ever be any monetary relief for the victims? My quality of life has always been poor and you can’t put a monetary figure on a person’s life.
My entire family is messed up. Mother passed from a massive stroke at a young age, father( the marine) passed from a massive stroke. Sister ( a marine ) 4 types of cancer. The list goes on and on. I have health issues. on a personal leave becaud]se of sons health issues.( brain tumor) When will it stop?
I’ve been a USMC wife for more than 25 years. Married my high school sweet heart. We had 3 beautiful children, traveled the world. We were stationed at camp Lejeune and various other bases. Our beautiful daughter whom I home schooled and a graduate of Sellman is dead at 25 from gastro esopheageal cancer. I’m in bridge to hospice suffering from various diseases. My doctors said that I’m a medical mystery. The USMC has thrown us away. My husband and I worked hard to put all 3 through college. He is now a federal inspector for hazordous waste for the railroad. I’ve fought hard to live with the love of my life as always by my side. We received no help, but many denials from military doctors as well as civilian doctors not wanting to listen when given family medical history or when the symptoms started. My father served 20yrs in the army, boxed, wrestled and played football (boy wonder-out of Rochester NY-golden gloves champion for 3 yrs. inducted into the boxing hall of fame) died in 2008! The army tried to deny my father ever retired from the military. He owned many businesses in Rochester any gave a job to anybody off the streets who wanted a chance to prove themselves. He passed from ALS. The military refused to do the appropriate testing. He was diagnosed in 2007 @ Rochester General. After taking the military to court, we were able to save some of his businesses. He served his country, his brothers. My family love the freedom it has offered, but does MY country owe us answers? We proved that agent orange is why my dad, my hero died such a horrible death. Why did his grandaughter (his angel) die and now I’m fighting with doctors and insurance companies who only csre about MONEY. My middle son @23 is now in the USMC (MP) husband and father. Will the military treat him the same. I want justice for my family and otherd who are unable to speak for themselves. I will be happy to send pictures and ANY written proof.