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health-military1 year ago

"New Study Reveals Additional Cancer Links to Contaminated Water at Camp Lejeune"

A new government study shows that military and civilian personnel who lived and worked at Camp Lejeune in the mid-1970s and ’80s are more likely to be diagnosed with certain cancers due to heavily contaminated drinking water. The study could lead to an expanded list of conditions for which veterans and civilians who worked on the base can receive government compensation. The study found a link between the contaminated water and various cancers, including male breast cancer, myeloid cancers, and other types not previously connected to the contamination. The research, involving over 400,000 service members and others, compared the fates of those at Camp Lejeune with those at a similar base in California. The study's release comes ahead of a deadline for filing compensation claims, and advocates hope it will lead to better recognition and care for those impacted.

via CNN|
#camp-lejeune#cancer#contaminated-water
crime2 years ago

Marine in custody after fatal incident at Camp Lejeune military training facility

A Marine has been taken into custody at Camp Lejeune in North Carolina following the death of another Marine at the military training facility. The incident occurred in an on-base barracks room, and no further details have been provided. The names of the suspect and victim have not been released. Camp Lejeune, one of the largest military bases, is located in southeastern North Carolina and houses a significant number of active duty personnel and their families.

via CNN|
#camp-lejeune#crime#death
crime2 years ago

Marine Fatally Attacked at Camp Lejeune, Suspect in Custody

A Marine was killed in a homicide at Camp Lejeune, with another Marine being held as a suspect. The base authorities took the suspect into custody after an incident in a barracks room, but no further details were provided regarding the cause of death. Camp Lejeune, a large military base in North Carolina, is known for its training facilities and was preparing for an annual exercise at the time of the incident.

via CBS News|
#barracks#camp-lejeune#crime
health2 years ago

The Emotional Toll of Camp Lejeune Lawsuits: The Difficulty of Proving Miscarriage Cases

The families affected by the contaminated water at Camp Lejeune, a U.S. Marine Corps base in North Carolina, have struggled to find justice for the adverse birth outcomes and health issues suffered by their children. Military leaders were aware of the water contamination as early as 1980 but failed to take immediate action. Many families were unaware of the contamination for years, and it wasn't until 1997 that the issue gained public attention. The recent signing of the PACT Act by President Joe Biden allows those exposed to file new lawsuits, but the Navy has yet to settle any of the 93,000 claims received.

via NBC News|
#birth-defects#camp-lejeune#contaminated-water
governmenthealth2 years ago

Efficient Payouts for Camp Lejeune Water Contamination Victims

The Navy and Justice Department have announced an expedited settlement offer, called the Elective Option, to victims of water contamination at Camp Lejeune in North Carolina. Over 93,000 people have filed claims seeking compensation for diseases caused by exposure to toxic water at the Marine Corps Base. The Elective Option allows qualifying claimants to receive a payout ranging from $150,000 to $450,000, with an additional $100,000 for exposure-related deaths. The Navy and DOJ will contact eligible claimants, who will have 60 days to decide whether to accept the offer or continue pursuing a larger settlement. The Department of Veterans Affairs estimates that up to 900,000 service members were potentially exposed to the contaminated water, which has been linked to various deadly diseases.

via NBC News|
#camp-lejeune#governmenthealth#justice-department
tragedy2 years ago

Tragic Deaths of 3 US Marines at North Carolina Gas Station Linked to Carbon Monoxide

Three U.S. Marines stationed at Camp Lejeune in North Carolina were found dead in a car at a gas station, and autopsies have revealed that they died from carbon monoxide poisoning. The deaths appear to be accidental, and there is no evidence of foul play or suicide. The Marines have been identified as Tanner J. Kaltenberg, Merax C. Dockery, and Ivan R. Garcia. The community and the Marine Corps are mourning the loss of these young men.

via The Associated Press|
#camp-lejeune#carbon-monoxide-poisoning#investigation
military2 years ago

Tragic Deaths of Three US Marines Linked to Carbon Monoxide Poisoning

Three US Marines, identified as Merax Dockery, Tanner Kaltenberg, and Ivan Garcia, were found dead in a car at a gas station near Camp Lejeune in North Carolina. Authorities have determined that the cause of death was carbon monoxide poisoning. The missing-person call that led to the discovery was made by the worried mother of one of the deceased Marines. The deaths are currently under investigation, and the US Marine Corps is providing support to the families affected by this tragic loss.

via New York Post |
#camp-lejeune#carbon-monoxide-poisoning#investigation
military2 years ago

Tragic Deaths: Marines Succumb to Carbon Monoxide Poisoning in North Carolina

Three U.S. Marines, identified as Lance Corporal Tanner J. Kaltenberg, Lance Corporal Merax C. Dockery, and Lance Corporal Ivan R. Garcia, were found dead in a parked car at a gas station near Camp Lejeune in North Carolina. Autopsies revealed that they died from carbon monoxide poisoning. The Marines were motor vehicle operators with the Combat Logistics Battalion 2, Combat Logistics Regiment 2, and 2nd Marine Logistics Group. The circumstances surrounding their deaths are still under investigation.

via USA TODAY|
#autopsies#camp-lejeune#carbon-monoxide-poisoning
us2 years ago

"Tragic Deaths of 3 Marines in North Carolina Linked to Carbon Monoxide Poisoning"

Three Marine lance corporals from Camp Lejeune in North Carolina were found dead in a vehicle outside a convenience store, and autopsies have revealed that they died from carbon monoxide poisoning. The Marines were identified as Tanner J. Kaltenberg, Merax C. Dockery, and Ivan R. Garcia, all motor vehicle operators with Combat Logistics Battalion 2. The circumstances surrounding their deaths have not been disclosed.

via CBS News|
#autopsies#camp-lejeune#carbon-monoxide-poisoning
us2 years ago

Tragic Gas Station Incident Claims Lives of 3 Marines

Three Marines stationed at Camp Lejeune in North Carolina were found dead inside a car at a gas station, and autopsies have revealed that they died of carbon monoxide poisoning. The cause of death has not been officially ruled as accidental, but authorities believe it was likely an accidental event. No weapons, illegal drugs, or evidence of an attack were found, and the Marines did not appear to have died by suicide. The victims were identified as Tanner J. Kaltenberg, Merax C. Dockery, and Ivan R. Garcia. The Pender County Sheriff's Office expressed condolences to the families and colleagues of the deceased Marines.

via The New York Times|
#autopsy-results#camp-lejeune#carbon-monoxide-poisoning
military2 years ago

Tragic Discovery: 3 Marines Found Dead in Car near Camp Lejeune

Three Marine lance corporals from Camp Lejeune, identified as Tanner J. Kaltenberg, Merax C. Dockery, and Ivan R. Garcia, were found dead in a vehicle in a North Carolina convenience store parking lot. The causes of death have not been revealed, and there is no apparent threat to the community. The Marines were motor vehicle operators with Combat Logistics Battalion 2, Combat Logistics Regiment 2, and 2nd Marine Logistics Group. The incident is under investigation.

via CBS News|
#camp-lejeune#deaths#investigation
military2 years ago

Marines Stationed Nearby Identified as 3 Found Dead in North Carolina Gas Station Car

Three Marine lance corporals stationed at Camp Lejeune in North Carolina were found dead in a car at a gas station. The men, identified as Tanner J. Kaltenberg, Merax C. Dockery, and Ivan R. Garcia, were motor vehicle operators with the Combat Logistics Battalion 2. The cause of death has not been released, and authorities are awaiting autopsy results. Foul play is not suspected, and the Marine Corps is providing support to the families during this difficult time.

via ABC News|
#camp-lejeune#deaths#gas-station
society2 years ago

Tragic Discovery: Three Marines Found Dead in Car Near Camp Lejeune

Three Marines were found dead in a car in Hampstead, North Carolina, about an hour away from Camp Lejeune. The identities of the Marines have been released, and the circumstances surrounding their deaths are under investigation. The Pender County Sheriff's Department stated that there is no indication of foul play, and they are awaiting the autopsy report.

via WTVD-TV|
#camp-lejeune#deaths#investigation
health2 years ago

Camp Lejeune's Toxic Water Victims Face Payment Delays and Lawyer Fee Scrutiny

Sick and dying veterans who were exposed to toxic water at Camp Lejeune are facing a long delay in receiving payments from the US Navy, despite the passage of the Camp Lejeune Justice Act in August 2012. The act allows those diagnosed with one of 15 different illnesses who served at Lejeune from 1953 to 1987 to file a claim with the Navy, and to sue in federal court if the claim is rejected or ignored. However, none of the more than 45,000 claims submitted to the Navy has been resolved, and more than 900 ongoing lawsuits have been filed.

via New York Post |
#camp-lejeune#delayed-payments#health
health2 years ago

Study links Camp Lejeune's water to increased Parkinson's risk for veterans.

A new study found that veterans who were stationed at Camp Lejeune had a 70% higher risk of Parkinson’s disease than veterans who served at a post across the country, possibly due to exposure to the chemical trichloroethylene (TCE), a ubiquitous environmental contaminant. TCE has been found in thousands of water sources and properties around the world and can raise the risk of cancer, affect the liver, and cause damage to the nervous system and brain. The study adds solid evidence that more needs to be done to prevent Parkinson’s by limiting exposure to TCE.

via CNN|
#camp-lejeune#environmental-contamination#health