Kidney Cancer Lawsuits Are Being Filed Against The Manufacturers Of Firefighting Foam
Firefighters and others should look for the symptoms of kidney cancer
Thursday, August 31, 2023 - AFFF kidney cancer lawsuits are being filed on behalf of individuals who have developed cancer allegedly from AFFF firefighting foam water contamination. Firefighters also have filed lawsuits alleging that working with and coming into contact with firefighting foam caused them to develop testicular cancer. Aqueous film-forming foam (AFFF) is used extensively throughout the United States to extinguish jet fuel and petroleum fires. It is also used as a degreaser on military weaponry and equipment. Hundreds of military air stations and the nation's airports use AFFF and also train with them regularly and consistently. According to AboutLawsuits.com, "Contamination of New Jersey's drinking water supply by chemicals used in firefighting foam products led to a woman developing kidney cancer, according to a product liability lawsuit filed against a number of chemical and safety equipment manufacturers." The South Carolina lawsuit names 3M Company, DuPont, Chemguard, and other AFFF firefighting foam manufacturers as defendants.
Kidney cancer can be a deadly disease and as with all forms of cancer, early detection is key. The early detection of kidney cancer resulting from drinking water contamination with PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) forever chemicals is of paramount importance if one is to survive. These substances contained in AFFF are, known for their persistence in the environment, and have been linked to various adverse health effects, including kidney cancer. Recognizing the early signs can aid in timely intervention and treatment. Individuals exposed to PFAS-contaminated water should remain vigilant for potential symptoms. Kidney cancer's early indicators can include persistent lower back pain on one side, unexplained weight loss, fatigue, fever, and blood in the urine. While these symptoms may not solely signify kidney cancer, their presence warrants medical attention, particularly for those with a history of PFAS exposure. It is crucial to note that kidney cancer symptoms can often be nonspecific and resemble other conditions. Therefore, consulting a healthcare professional for accurate diagnosis is imperative. Physicians may employ a combination of medical history assessments, physical examinations, imaging tests like ultrasounds or CT scans, and laboratory analyses to confirm or rule out kidney cancer. Most important, however, is to have the water that is supplied to your home, school, and place of business tested for the presence of PFAS forever chemicals. A high level of water contamination, coupled with living on or near a military base or airport, plus any of the early warning health signals, should lead one to seek immediate medical attention.
If you or a family member has received a diagnosis of an eligible form of cancer and possesses a background of employing AFFF foam as a firefighter or service member, you might have legitimate reasons to initiate legal action against AFFF manufacturers. These lawsuits provide an avenue for individuals and their families affected by AFFF-related cancer to pursue recompense for incurred medical costs and the distress endured due to their exposure. If you or a family member has received a diagnosis of kidney or testicular cancer, or any other eligible form of cancer, and have a history of working with AFFF foam as a firefighter or military service member, you should consider taking legal action against AFFF manufacturers. These lawsuits provide an avenue for individuals and their families affected by AFFF-related cancer to pursue substantial lump-sum compensation for incurred medical costs and the mental anguish associated with the disease.
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