VA, kidney cancer and PFAS chemicals
VA weighs whether so-called forever chemicals have connection to kidney cancer
The Department of Veterans Affairs will study a potential relationship between so-called "forever chemicals" and kidney cancer among veterans.
VA to research link between PFAS chemicals and kidney cancer
If a link is established, the move would mark the first time the department provided fast-track benefits for any condition related to PFAS exposure. The chemicals - used in a host
VA Checking for Connection Between PFAS Chemicals and Kidney Cancer in Afflicted Veterans
The department will review the scientific literature, data and veterans' claims to determine whether renal cancer should be a service-connected condition presumed to be caused by exposure to the widely used chemicals.
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VA to look for link between PFAS and kidney cancer
The Department of Veterans Affairs said it is launching research into a potential link among veterans between kidney cancer and exposure to substances sometimes referred as “forever chemicals” — per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances or “PFAS” chemicals.
VA to Study Possible Link Between 'Forever Chemicals' and Kidney Cancer
The department will review the scientific literature, data and veterans' claims to determine whether renal cancer should be a service-connected condition presumed to be caused by exposure to the widely used chemicals.
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