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Toxic Exposures: Mustard Gas and the Health Problems of U.S. Military Veterans

by Constance M. Pechura & David P. Rall (Editors)

National Academies Press · 1993 · 425 pages · ISBN: 978-0309048320

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About This Book

While focused on mustard gas, this National Academies report established the framework for understanding how military toxic exposures — including asbestos — cause long-latency diseases. The methodology and policy recommendations in this report influenced how the VA evaluates all military toxic exposure claims, including mesothelioma.

Best for: Researchers and advocates interested in the policy framework for military toxic exposure claims.

Who Should Read This

Researchers and advocates interested in the policy framework for military toxic exposure claims.

Key Takeaways

  • Established the policy framework for military toxic exposure claims
  • National Academies scientific standard for causation evidence
  • Influenced VA evaluation criteria for service-connected diseases
  • Relevant precedent for mesothelioma VA claims

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