Toxic Exposure
PFAS Exposure & Cancer Nexus Letters
PFAS — per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, often called 'forever chemicals' — were used in firefighting foam (AFFF) and have contaminated drinking water at many military installations.
About PFAS Exposure
The science linking PFAS to specific cancers is still developing, and most PFAS cancers are not yet broadly presumptive. That makes a careful, evidence-based medical opinion especially important for these claims.
A specialty review weighs your exposure history against the current medical literature to explain whether a connection is medically supportable in your case.
PFAS-Related Cancers We Review
- Kidney cancer
- Testicular cancer
- Other cancers where the medical evidence supports a connection
An Honest, Evidence-Based Opinion
Because PFAS science is still evolving, an individualized opinion that reflects the latest evidence is especially valuable. A nexus letter never guarantees approval; final decisions rest with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs.
Talk Through Your Case With a Cancer Specialist
Start with a focused VA Case Strategy Consult to find out whether a specialty nexus opinion may be medically appropriate for your claim.