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Group to tell Senate panel about 42 disease clusters in 13 states - KansasCity.com
Group to tell Senate panel about 42 disease clusters in 13 states - KansasCity.com
But the group notes that in many communities, such as Camp Lejeune, N.C., "the case grows stronger that documented exposure to toxics has harmed the health of community residents."
Read more: http://www.kansascity.com/2011/03/28/2758912/group-to-tell-senate-panel-about.html#ixzz1Hvep46dA
But the group notes that in many communities, such as Camp Lejeune, N.C., "the case grows stronger that documented exposure to toxics has harmed the health of community residents."
Read more: http://www.kansascity.com/2011/03/28/2758912/group-to-tell-senate-panel-about.html#ixzz1Hvep46dA
Mar 7, 2011
Film about Camp Lejeune's toxic water to debut at N.Y. festival - KansasCity.com
Film about Camp Lejeune's toxic water to debut at N.Y. festival - KansasCity.com
A documentary about the historic water contamination at the Marines' Camp Lejeune, N.C., will have its world premiere this spring at the Tribeca Film Festival in New York.
Read more: http://www.kansascity.com/2011/03/07/2705372/film-about-camp-lejeunes-toxic.html#ixzz1FxMIaFTM
A documentary about the historic water contamination at the Marines' Camp Lejeune, N.C., will have its world premiere this spring at the Tribeca Film Festival in New York.
Read more: http://www.kansascity.com/2011/03/07/2705372/film-about-camp-lejeunes-toxic.html#ixzz1FxMIaFTM
Feb 24, 2011
Military Ethics: 'Do the Right Thing' - Salem-News.Com
Military Ethics: 'Do the Right Thing' - Salem-News.Com
The veteran who seeks medical care and disability compensation when there’s a delay in the onset of injuries is often met with open hostility by the DOD, the VA, and his own medical care providers.
The veteran who seeks medical care and disability compensation when there’s a delay in the onset of injuries is often met with open hostility by the DOD, the VA, and his own medical care providers.
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Marines won't correct booklet on Camp Lejeune's tainted water - St. Petersburg Times
Marines won't correct booklet on Camp Lejeune's tainted water - St. Petersburg Times
The Marine Corps won't withdraw or immediately revise a booklet about water pollution at Camp Lejeune, N.C., that critics say contains errors and omissions.
The Marine Corps won't withdraw or immediately revise a booklet about water pollution at Camp Lejeune, N.C., that critics say contains errors and omissions.
Legislators press issue on Lejeune water study - ENCToday
Legislators press issue on Lejeune water study - ENCToday
Congressional staff are meeting with Navy officials this week to discuss an informational booklet published by the Corps that cites highly controversial studies surrounding contaminated water aboard Camp Lejeune. The meeting is one of a series of recent gatherings on Capitol Hill related to the decades-long period of contamination and the formed Lejeune residents who believe they were affected by it.
Congressional staff are meeting with Navy officials this week to discuss an informational booklet published by the Corps that cites highly controversial studies surrounding contaminated water aboard Camp Lejeune. The meeting is one of a series of recent gatherings on Capitol Hill related to the decades-long period of contamination and the formed Lejeune residents who believe they were affected by it.
Feb 5, 2011
THE STAND - Toxic Homefront Empowered Survivors Take All Necessary Defense
THE STAND - Toxic Homefront Empowered Survivors Take All Necessary Defense
To receive Justice for civilian, military and military dependent peace-keepers that were wounded as a result of toxic chemical poisoning at Camp Lejeune, North Carolina.
To receive Justice for civilian, military and military dependent peace-keepers that were wounded as a result of toxic chemical poisoning at Camp Lejeune, North Carolina.
The Few, The Proud, The Forgotten- Camp Lejeune toxic water contamination
The Few, The Proud, The Forgotten- Camp Lejeune toxic water contamination
Welcome to The Few, The Proud, The Forgotten. The purpose of this site is to help provide information about the toxic water contamination aboard U.S. Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune. Please feel free to register, look around our site and ask questions. We invite you to visit our Discussion page. We have also recently completed a referenced time line of events for the first half of the toxic water contamination aboard Camp Lejeune. Please review this important document and compare it to prior “official” Marine Corps versions found on the page.
Welcome to The Few, The Proud, The Forgotten. The purpose of this site is to help provide information about the toxic water contamination aboard U.S. Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune. Please feel free to register, look around our site and ask questions. We invite you to visit our Discussion page. We have also recently completed a referenced time line of events for the first half of the toxic water contamination aboard Camp Lejeune. Please review this important document and compare it to prior “official” Marine Corps versions found on the page.
Feb 4, 2011
Sen. Kay Hagan Co-Sponsors Key Bill to Care for Victims of Camp Lejeune Water Contamination | The State Column
Sen. Kay Hagan Co-Sponsors Key Bill to Care for Victims of Camp Lejeune Water Contamination The State Column
“Since taking office, it has been a priority for me to ensure that veterans who were exposed to contaminated water at Camp Lejeune get the answers and care they deserve,” said Hagan. “I will be working with Senator Burr to see that this important bill gets passed so we can make sure we keep our promises to our veterans.”
“Since taking office, it has been a priority for me to ensure that veterans who were exposed to contaminated water at Camp Lejeune get the answers and care they deserve,” said Hagan. “I will be working with Senator Burr to see that this important bill gets passed so we can make sure we keep our promises to our veterans.”
Judge denies motion to dismiss Lejeune water lawsuit - Jacksonville Daily News
Judge denies motion to dismiss Lejeune water lawsuit lejeune - Jacksonville Daily News
On Wednesday, Eastern District Court Judge Terrence Boyle denied a motion by the government to reconsider requests to dismiss the $10,000 injury lawsuit of Marine spouse Laura Jones, who contracted non-Hodgkins lymphoma after living aboard Lejeune for three years with her husband.
On Wednesday, Eastern District Court Judge Terrence Boyle denied a motion by the government to reconsider requests to dismiss the $10,000 injury lawsuit of Marine spouse Laura Jones, who contracted non-Hodgkins lymphoma after living aboard Lejeune for three years with her husband.
Feb 3, 2011
Burr reintroduces bill for contaminated water victims |- Jacksonville Daily News
Burr reintroduces bill for contaminated water victims bill - Jacksonville Daily News
“We now have another shot at doing the right thing for the thousands of Navy and Marine veterans and their families who were harmed during their service to our country,” Burr said in a statement Thursday. “While we continue to seek more answers, we can minimize further suffering by allowing Lejeune veterans and their families to receive the care they need and deserve.”
“We now have another shot at doing the right thing for the thousands of Navy and Marine veterans and their families who were harmed during their service to our country,” Burr said in a statement Thursday. “While we continue to seek more answers, we can minimize further suffering by allowing Lejeune veterans and their families to receive the care they need and deserve.”
Feb 1, 2011
Camp Lejeune water pamphlet comes under fire - NewsObserver.com
Thomas Sinks, deputy director of the toxic substances agency, asked the Marine Corps two weeks ago to retract the booklet and pull it off a military website dedicated to disseminating public information about the contamination. Read more: Camp Lejeune water pamphlet comes under fire - NewsObserver.com
Jan 21, 2011
Miller: Dept. of Veterans Affairs must change
Miller: Dept. of Veterans Affairs must change - Stow, MA - Wicked Local Stow
Congressman Jeff Miller of Florida was recently voted chairman of the House Committee on Veterans Affairs. According to his website, the Committee is responsible for authorization and oversight of the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), which is the second largest department in the federal government with more than 300,000 employees and a budget of nearly $120 billion.
Congressman Jeff Miller of Florida was recently voted chairman of the House Committee on Veterans Affairs. According to his website, the Committee is responsible for authorization and oversight of the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), which is the second largest department in the federal government with more than 300,000 employees and a budget of nearly $120 billion.
Dec 22, 2010
Burr, Hagan moved against defense bill over Lejeune water | McClatchy
Burr, Hagan moved against defense bill over Lejeune water McClatchy
This week’s drama caps a year of arguments between congressional staff and the military about how the Navy has handled its response to scientific studies about the contamination. The Camp Lejeune water was poisoned with trichloroethylene, tetrachloroethylene, benzene and vinyl chloride until wells were shuttered in the mid-1980s.
This week’s drama caps a year of arguments between congressional staff and the military about how the Navy has handled its response to scientific studies about the contamination. The Camp Lejeune water was poisoned with trichloroethylene, tetrachloroethylene, benzene and vinyl chloride until wells were shuttered in the mid-1980s.
Defense bill includes provisions on Lejeune water study, Navy landing field opposition - WGHP
Defense bill includes provisions on Lejeune water study, Navy landing field opposition - WGHP
Sens. Kay Hagan and Richard Burr included language in the bill that requires the Navy to help with the completion of studies into whether there have been problems with contaminated drinking water at Camp Lejeune.
Sens. Kay Hagan and Richard Burr included language in the bill that requires the Navy to help with the completion of studies into whether there have been problems with contaminated drinking water at Camp Lejeune.
Dec 21, 2010
VA takes steps to deal with mounting Lejeune water claims | McClatchy
The agency will consolidate claims at one office in Louisville, Ky. Eight employees there will focus on culling, researching and adjudicating disability claims related to the contaminated water.
VA takes steps to deal with mounting Lejeune water claims McClatchy
VA takes steps to deal with mounting Lejeune water claims McClatchy
Dec 13, 2010
Camp Lejeune Toxic Water: Questions Remain Unanswered | NewsInferno
Camp Lejeune Toxic Water: Questions Remain Unanswered NewsInferno
Victims of Camp Lejeune’s tainted water are still looking for answers. According to a report from the Star News, some ex-Marines and former Camp Lejeune residents have accused the Marine Corps of deliberately withholding crucial information and misleading investigators about the contamination.
Victims of Camp Lejeune’s tainted water are still looking for answers. According to a report from the Star News, some ex-Marines and former Camp Lejeune residents have accused the Marine Corps of deliberately withholding crucial information and misleading investigators about the contamination.
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VA to begin tracking Lejeune water claims | News - ENCToday
VA to begin tracking Lejeune water claims News - ENCToday
Officials with the Department of Veterans Affairs told members of a community assistance panel addressing issues surrounding historical water contamination at Camp Lejeune that related disability claims would soon be processed at a central location.
Officials with the Department of Veterans Affairs told members of a community assistance panel addressing issues surrounding historical water contamination at Camp Lejeune that related disability claims would soon be processed at a central location.
Dec 6, 2010
Tanks leaked fuel near Camp Lejeune well | Pitts Report
Tanks leaked fuel near Camp Lejeune well Pitts Report
Federal scientists studying the history of water contamination at Camp Lejeune, N.C., have learned of another source of leaking fuel — this one less than a football field away from a drinking well that once served thousands of Marines and their families.
Federal scientists studying the history of water contamination at Camp Lejeune, N.C., have learned of another source of leaking fuel — this one less than a football field away from a drinking well that once served thousands of Marines and their families.
Nov 23, 2010
Lawmaker calls for more transparency within VA - Stripes Central - Stripes
Lawmaker calls for more transparency within VA - Stripes Central - Stripes
Sen. Richard Burr, R-NC, blasted the VA on Thursday for failing to communicate about how it's handling medical claims from Marines who were once stationed at Camp Lejeune.
Sen. Richard Burr, R-NC, blasted the VA on Thursday for failing to communicate about how it's handling medical claims from Marines who were once stationed at Camp Lejeune.
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Senator blasts VA over handling of Lejeune veterans' claims | McClatchy
Senator blasts VA over handling of Lejeune veterans' claims -McClatchy
"There have been some signs of slow progress" at the VA, Burr said during a Senate hearing.
But, he said, his staff was unable to find out why the VA has denied so many claims. And, he said, the agency should have told the committee about its plans to consolidate claims at Louisville.
Read more: http://www.mcclatchydc.com/2010/11/18/104000/senator-blasts-va-over-handling.html#ixzz15gGwvgNH
"There have been some signs of slow progress" at the VA, Burr said during a Senate hearing.
But, he said, his staff was unable to find out why the VA has denied so many claims. And, he said, the agency should have told the committee about its plans to consolidate claims at Louisville.
Read more: http://www.mcclatchydc.com/2010/11/18/104000/senator-blasts-va-over-handling.html#ixzz15gGwvgNH
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ATSDR: Lejeune water ‘undoubtedly a hazard' | report, lejeune, agency - News - Jacksonville Daily News
ATSDR: Lejeune water ‘undoubtedly a hazard' report, lejeune, agency - News - Jacksonville Daily News
Serious omissions in a report on historical drinking water at Camp Lejeune render the results inaccurate, a director at the Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry told Navy and Marine Corps officials.
Serious omissions in a report on historical drinking water at Camp Lejeune render the results inaccurate, a director at the Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry told Navy and Marine Corps officials.
Oct 26, 2010
Camp Lejeune Water Contamination Worse Than Previously Reported -WFAE 90.7 FM
Camp Lejeune Water Contamination Worse Than Previously Reported-WFAE 90.7 FM
Scientists with the Centers for Disease Control admit water contamination at Camp Lejeune was more extensive than originally estimated in the 1990s.
Scientists with the Centers for Disease Control admit water contamination at Camp Lejeune was more extensive than originally estimated in the 1990s.
Oct 24, 2010
DDT, battery acid and fuel found in Lejeune water -NewsObserver.com
DDT, battery acid and fuel found in Lejeune water - NewsObserver.com
A report released Friday by the Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry sheds new light on the extent and variety of chemical contaminants that oozed into the ground and drinking water of sites throughout Camp Lejeune.
The 300-page report analyzes more than 18 sites of contamination located throughout the base. Its findings indicate that hazardous substances such as DDT, battery acid and diesel fuel leaked into the ground and seeped into the water through improper disposal practices, pipe leaks and spills.
The findings appear to contradict claims by the U.S. Marine Corps that drinking wells tainted with the organic solvents TCE and PCE were taken offline as soon as the contamination was discovered.
Read more: http://www.newsobserver.com/2010/10/24/757467/ddt-battery-acid-and-fuel-found.html#ixzz13GBxVr3D
A report released Friday by the Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry sheds new light on the extent and variety of chemical contaminants that oozed into the ground and drinking water of sites throughout Camp Lejeune.
The 300-page report analyzes more than 18 sites of contamination located throughout the base. Its findings indicate that hazardous substances such as DDT, battery acid and diesel fuel leaked into the ground and seeped into the water through improper disposal practices, pipe leaks and spills.
The findings appear to contradict claims by the U.S. Marine Corps that drinking wells tainted with the organic solvents TCE and PCE were taken offline as soon as the contamination was discovered.
Read more: http://www.newsobserver.com/2010/10/24/757467/ddt-battery-acid-and-fuel-found.html#ixzz13GBxVr3D
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CAMP LEJEUNE WATER CONTAMINATION MEETING : Veterans Today
CAMP LEJEUNE WATER CONTAMINATION : Veterans Today
An informational meeting about the CAMP LEJEUNE WATER CONTAMINATION effects will be held Saturday, November 6, 2010, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., at the Renaissance Pittsburgh Hotel, located at 107 6th Street, Pittsburgh, PA. Sometime in the 1950’s th...
Published: 17 October 2010, 6:25 pm
An informational meeting about the CAMP LEJEUNE WATER CONTAMINATION effects will be held Saturday, November 6, 2010, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., at the Renaissance Pittsburgh Hotel, located at 107 6th Street, Pittsburgh, PA. Sometime in the 1950’s th...
Published: 17 October 2010, 6:25 pm
Oct 13, 2010
'Camp Lejeune A Hearing' - Salem-News.Com
'Camp Lejeune A Hearing' - Salem-News.Com
from the article-
The words of our stalwart veteran Jim Watters:
“ . . . I was wounded in combat while walking point for my infantry company on September 6, 1970. When I was wounded, my commanding officer, Captain Allen G. Vitters ran and crawled through enemy fire to drag me to safety. That is what a leader does.”
Jim’s final words were added after he reviewed this article. They are quoted directly from an email below:
“I don’t know about the USMC but in the U.S. Army, abandoning the wounded is the equivalent of cowardice under fire!”
from the article-
The words of our stalwart veteran Jim Watters:
“ . . . I was wounded in combat while walking point for my infantry company on September 6, 1970. When I was wounded, my commanding officer, Captain Allen G. Vitters ran and crawled through enemy fire to drag me to safety. That is what a leader does.”
Jim’s final words were added after he reviewed this article. They are quoted directly from an email below:
“I don’t know about the USMC but in the U.S. Army, abandoning the wounded is the equivalent of cowardice under fire!”
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Hagan on Lejeune water contamination hearing - Jacksonville Daily News
Full release from Hagan on Lejeune water contamination hearing -Jacksonville Daily News
“It has been a priority of mine to help provide closure to our former Lejeune families,” Hagan said. “This cannot happen until all ATSDR studies are complete, and until we ensure that these families exposed to water contaminants at Camp Lejeune receive the appropriate compensation from the VA. Congress, the Department of the Navy and ATSDR all need to work together on these efforts.”
“It has been a priority of mine to help provide closure to our former Lejeune families,” Hagan said. “This cannot happen until all ATSDR studies are complete, and until we ensure that these families exposed to water contaminants at Camp Lejeune receive the appropriate compensation from the VA. Congress, the Department of the Navy and ATSDR all need to work together on these efforts.”
Sep 20, 2010
Army to hold another meeting about baby deaths | abc11.com
Army to hold another meeting about baby deaths abc11.com
"What they were doing at Camp Lejeune is not that different from what they were doing at other military bases," Miller said. "I would not be at all surprised to find out if they had contamination of the soil or in the ground water at Ft. Bragg like there has been at Camp Lejeune."
"What they were doing at Camp Lejeune is not that different from what they were doing at other military bases," Miller said. "I would not be at all surprised to find out if they had contamination of the soil or in the ground water at Ft. Bragg like there has been at Camp Lejeune."
Sep 19, 2010
DoD Sought Delay in Lejeune Water Study
DoD Sought Delay in Lejeune Water Study -Defense Department e-mails obtained by The Daily News seem to corroborate a U.S. Congressman's claims Thursday that military leaders cared more about bad press than Camp Lejeune Marines poisoned by contaminated water.
Camp Lejeune is Amerika's Kursk - Salem-News.Com
This is one of the most excellant articles- Camp Lejeune is Amerika's Kursk - Salem-News.Com
No other story needs to be told. Mother Russia had a chance to save her men, but the decision makers chose to let them die, just like the Marine Corps and the Dept. of the Navy. Hell, the Navy doesn't like Marines in the first place. It was easier, less costly, and dead men tell no tales. That is why.
No other story needs to be told. Mother Russia had a chance to save her men, but the decision makers chose to let them die, just like the Marine Corps and the Dept. of the Navy. Hell, the Navy doesn't like Marines in the first place. It was easier, less costly, and dead men tell no tales. That is why.
Sep 17, 2010
DoD officials sought delay in Lejeune water study | obtained, department, congressman - Lejeune Water - ENCToday
DoD officials sought delay in Lejeune water study obtained, department, congressman - Lejeune Water - ENCToday
Defense Department e-mails obtained by The Daily News seem to corroborate a U.S. Congressman’s claims Thursday that military leaders cared more about bad press than Camp Lejeune Marines poisoned by contaminated water.
Defense Department e-mails obtained by The Daily News seem to corroborate a U.S. Congressman’s claims Thursday that military leaders cared more about bad press than Camp Lejeune Marines poisoned by contaminated water.
Sep 16, 2010
BREAKING NEWS: Congressman criticizes military leaders over toxic water at North Carolina's Camp Lejeune | Washington Examiner
Just Breaking:
Congressman criticizes military leaders over toxic water at North Carolina's Camp Lejeune Washington Examiner
Thomas J. Pamperin, a senior official at the VA for policy, told the subcommittee that the department processes disability claims on a case-by-case basis for people who were possibly exposed to chemical contaminants at Camp Lejeune.
"VA stands ready to provide treatment and compensation for any veteran whose current disability is the result of service at Camp Lejeune," he said.
Read more at the Washington Examiner: http://www.washingtonexaminer.com/breaking/congressman-criticizes-military-leaders-over-toxic-water-at-north-carolinas-camp-lejeune-103053544.html#ixzz0zjGJm9DK
Congressman criticizes military leaders over toxic water at North Carolina's Camp Lejeune Washington Examiner
Thomas J. Pamperin, a senior official at the VA for policy, told the subcommittee that the department processes disability claims on a case-by-case basis for people who were possibly exposed to chemical contaminants at Camp Lejeune.
"VA stands ready to provide treatment and compensation for any veteran whose current disability is the result of service at Camp Lejeune," he said.
Read more at the Washington Examiner: http://www.washingtonexaminer.com/breaking/congressman-criticizes-military-leaders-over-toxic-water-at-north-carolinas-camp-lejeune-103053544.html#ixzz0zjGJm9DK
Sep 15, 2010
Her walk honors memory of sisters
Her walk honors memory of sisters
Fundraiser to be held Oct. 2 in Charlotte
Fundraiser to be held Oct. 2 in Charlotte
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Sep 11, 2010
Camp Lejeune: Contamination and Compensation -hearing 9.16.10 Investigations and Oversight Subcommittee
A note from Mike Partain- thanks Mike for keeping us posted!!
Greetings,
A lot has been happening over the past two months behind the scenes. First we are starting to hear of more veterans getting VA awards. The latest is one of the 64 male breast cancer cases from Camp Lejeune. Unfortunately, their families who also lived on the base continue to be frustrated with the Navy and the USMC.
Next week there will be a hearing on Capitol Hill on September 16th. We have copied the information for the hearing and listed it below. It is our understanding that it will be simulcast on the internet. The link should appear the day of the hearing on the Committee’s website.
HOUSE COMMITTEE ON SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
- SCHEDULE NOTICE -WEEK OF SEPTEMBER 13, 2010 September 7, 2010
Sci & Tech Committee Press: 202-225-6375Alex Dery Snider, alex.derysnider@mail.house.gov
Karly Schledwitz, karly.schledwitz@mail.house.gov
Thursday, September 16, 2010 Investigations and Oversight Subcommittee – Hearing
Camp Lejeune: Contamination and Compensation, Looking Back, Moving Forward Witnesses:
Panel I
Dr. Richard Clapp, Professor Emeritus, Department of Environmental Health, Boston University School of Public Health and member of the ATSDR Camp Lejeune Community Assistance Panel (CAP)
Mr. Mike Partain, Member, ATSDR Camp Lejeune Community Assistance Panel (CAP) and breast cancer survivor born on Camp Lejeune
Mr. Peter Devereaux, former Marine Corps Corporal and Camp Lejeune veteran diagnosed with breast cancer
Mr. Jim Watters, Director, Graduate Medical Education, Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, former Navy Lieutenant, retired Commander, Navy Reserve, Medical Service Corps and Camp Lejeune veteran diagnosed with kidney cancer
Panel II
Dr. Chris Portier, Director, Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry (ATSDR)
Mr. Thomas J. Pamperin, Associate Deputy Under Secretary for Policy and Program Management, Veterans Benefits Administration, U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
Additional Witnesses TBA
10:00a.m. – 12:00p.m.2318 Rayburn House Office Building (WEBCAST)
We also have bumper stickers available for our members. They were donated by a member and are free of charge. The bumper sticker reads:
Semper Fi?
What About Camp Lejeune?
TFTPTF.COM
If you would like one, please send a self addressed stamped (two stamps to make sure) to Mike Partain. The sticker is 12 inches long, so please make sure your envelope is big enough. They are first come first served and we have about 300 left.
Mike Partain
6476 Joe Cotton Trail
Tallahassee Fl 32309
Finally, we have had several articles appear in the press. It is important that we view these articles and leave comments whenever possible to support media interest in the Camp Lejeune tragedy. The latest story was in the St Petersburg Times.
http://www.tampabay.com/news/military/camp-lejeune-breast-cancer-survivors-try-to-raise-awareness/1119926
Take care and continue to press forward. Please do not forget about our discussion board. There is a wealth of information there and a great place to ask questions. Unfortunately, our web-site email account is not the best place to ask questions because we are not professionally staffed to handle all the emails. In another words, we are all volunteers and there are too many emails and not enough fingers to type answers.
TFTPTF.COM
The Few, The Proud, The Forgotten
http://www.tftptf.com/
Greetings,
A lot has been happening over the past two months behind the scenes. First we are starting to hear of more veterans getting VA awards. The latest is one of the 64 male breast cancer cases from Camp Lejeune. Unfortunately, their families who also lived on the base continue to be frustrated with the Navy and the USMC.
Next week there will be a hearing on Capitol Hill on September 16th. We have copied the information for the hearing and listed it below. It is our understanding that it will be simulcast on the internet. The link should appear the day of the hearing on the Committee’s website.
HOUSE COMMITTEE ON SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
- SCHEDULE NOTICE -WEEK OF SEPTEMBER 13, 2010 September 7, 2010
Sci & Tech Committee Press: 202-225-6375Alex Dery Snider, alex.derysnider@mail.house.gov
Karly Schledwitz, karly.schledwitz@mail.house.gov
Thursday, September 16, 2010 Investigations and Oversight Subcommittee – Hearing
Camp Lejeune: Contamination and Compensation, Looking Back, Moving Forward Witnesses:
Panel I
Dr. Richard Clapp, Professor Emeritus, Department of Environmental Health, Boston University School of Public Health and member of the ATSDR Camp Lejeune Community Assistance Panel (CAP)
Mr. Mike Partain, Member, ATSDR Camp Lejeune Community Assistance Panel (CAP) and breast cancer survivor born on Camp Lejeune
Mr. Peter Devereaux, former Marine Corps Corporal and Camp Lejeune veteran diagnosed with breast cancer
Mr. Jim Watters, Director, Graduate Medical Education, Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, former Navy Lieutenant, retired Commander, Navy Reserve, Medical Service Corps and Camp Lejeune veteran diagnosed with kidney cancer
Panel II
Dr. Chris Portier, Director, Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry (ATSDR)
Mr. Thomas J. Pamperin, Associate Deputy Under Secretary for Policy and Program Management, Veterans Benefits Administration, U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
Additional Witnesses TBA
10:00a.m. – 12:00p.m.2318 Rayburn House Office Building (WEBCAST)
We also have bumper stickers available for our members. They were donated by a member and are free of charge. The bumper sticker reads:
Semper Fi?
What About Camp Lejeune?
TFTPTF.COM
If you would like one, please send a self addressed stamped (two stamps to make sure) to Mike Partain. The sticker is 12 inches long, so please make sure your envelope is big enough. They are first come first served and we have about 300 left.
Mike Partain
6476 Joe Cotton Trail
Tallahassee Fl 32309
Finally, we have had several articles appear in the press. It is important that we view these articles and leave comments whenever possible to support media interest in the Camp Lejeune tragedy. The latest story was in the St Petersburg Times.
http://www.tampabay.com/news/military/camp-lejeune-breast-cancer-survivors-try-to-raise-awareness/1119926
Take care and continue to press forward. Please do not forget about our discussion board. There is a wealth of information there and a great place to ask questions. Unfortunately, our web-site email account is not the best place to ask questions because we are not professionally staffed to handle all the emails. In another words, we are all volunteers and there are too many emails and not enough fingers to type answers.
TFTPTF.COM
The Few, The Proud, The Forgotten
http://www.tftptf.com/
Sep 10, 2010
South Bend Marine among "Poisoned Patriots"
South Bend Marine among "Poisoned Patriots"
Family files $20 million civil suit
“He didn’t ask to get sick, he didn’t ask to be lied to,” said Eileen Sullivan. “Essentially, they’re just not doing a dang thing about this.”
Family files $20 million civil suit
“He didn’t ask to get sick, he didn’t ask to be lied to,” said Eileen Sullivan. “Essentially, they’re just not doing a dang thing about this.”
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Camp Lejeune breast cancer survivors try to raise awareness - St. Petersburg Times
Camp Lejeune breast cancer survivors try to raise awareness - St. Petersburg Times
The 13 breast cancer survivors gathered last month at a Boston hotel for a calendar photo shoot that will raise money to research the causes of the disease.
They shared stories of recovery. They talked about surgeries and hospital stays and their hopes for the future. In their camaraderie, some may have momentarily forgotten the improbable and puzzling novelty of their gathering.
The 13 breast cancer survivors gathered last month at a Boston hotel for a calendar photo shoot that will raise money to research the causes of the disease.
They shared stories of recovery. They talked about surgeries and hospital stays and their hopes for the future. In their camaraderie, some may have momentarily forgotten the improbable and puzzling novelty of their gathering.
Aug 22, 2010
Marines shoot calendar for male breast cancer research - Natick Bulletin and Tab
Marines shoot calendar for male breast cancer research - Natick Bulletin and Tab
Proceeds from the 2011 calendar, which will be sold through the artbecause.org website and will be available by Oct. 1, "will fund a research project looking at the environment and cancer, with an emphasis on male breast cancer," Anbinder said. A gallery show of the photographs, which will be featured at the foundation's Oct. 14 annual gala at the Park Plaza, will move to the Art Institute of Philadelphia in February and March, Anbinder said, and "the plan is to have it tour.
"We hope the exposure from both the calendar and the gallery shows will raise the visibility of the indiscriminate nature of this disease and that it's not just one that strikes women," she said.
"We need to get more studies," Devereaux said, including studies to see if treating breast cancer in men with the same protocols used to treat women is the most effective.
"My goal is to raise awareness," he said. "I try to be an advocate. Why else would I get this crazy disease?"
The calendar will show "it's all different shapes and sizes" the disease affects, Devereaux said.
Including a surprisingly large number of the nation's few and proud.
Proceeds from the 2011 calendar, which will be sold through the artbecause.org website and will be available by Oct. 1, "will fund a research project looking at the environment and cancer, with an emphasis on male breast cancer," Anbinder said. A gallery show of the photographs, which will be featured at the foundation's Oct. 14 annual gala at the Park Plaza, will move to the Art Institute of Philadelphia in February and March, Anbinder said, and "the plan is to have it tour.
"We hope the exposure from both the calendar and the gallery shows will raise the visibility of the indiscriminate nature of this disease and that it's not just one that strikes women," she said.
"We need to get more studies," Devereaux said, including studies to see if treating breast cancer in men with the same protocols used to treat women is the most effective.
"My goal is to raise awareness," he said. "I try to be an advocate. Why else would I get this crazy disease?"
The calendar will show "it's all different shapes and sizes" the disease affects, Devereaux said.
Including a surprisingly large number of the nation's few and proud.
Aug 11, 2010
Aug 9, 2010
Burr meeting with Cherry Point, hospital leaders- ENCToday
Burr meeting with Cherry Point, hospital leaders - Local - ENCToday
"“I am, once again, deeply disappointed that my colleagues have failed to approve an amendment providing care for the veterans and families who suffer illness due to exposure to contaminated drinking water at Camp Lejeune,” Burr said in a release. “These veterans and their families were harmed in the service of our country. They deserve better.”"
So are we Senator, so are we disappointed. Yes, we do deserve better.
Semper Fi- yea right! [sigh]
So are we Senator, so are we disappointed. Yes, we do deserve better.
Semper Fi- yea right! [sigh]
Aug 6, 2010
Senator Richard Burr to the Veterans’ Affairs Committee
Senator Richard Burr comments to the Veterans' Affairs commitee regarding Camp Lejeune Water contamination. Seems they can see their way through to help the Agent Orange vets, but didn't see that the families of those same vets suffered here at home suffer and die daily from the contamination they grew up with at Camp Lejeune. It a shame...
Senator Burr really gives them what for in this video, however, his words are in vain since they did not, in his words, "act in the best interest of North Carolina veterans when it voted against my amendment to provide health care through the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to veterans and their family members exposed to contaminated drinking water at Camp Lejeune. This is a disservice to the people who have sacrificed on behalf of this country, and I will continue to push on this issue. During the hearing, I strongly urged my colleagues to rethink this issue."
We the affected also strongly urge them to rethink this issue. If it was their family, or even their state as Senator Burr suggests, I bet they would.
Thank you Senator Burr for your continued support.
Senator Burr really gives them what for in this video, however, his words are in vain since they did not, in his words, "act in the best interest of North Carolina veterans when it voted against my amendment to provide health care through the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to veterans and their family members exposed to contaminated drinking water at Camp Lejeune. This is a disservice to the people who have sacrificed on behalf of this country, and I will continue to push on this issue. During the hearing, I strongly urged my colleagues to rethink this issue."
We the affected also strongly urge them to rethink this issue. If it was their family, or even their state as Senator Burr suggests, I bet they would.
Thank you Senator Burr for your continued support.
Aug 3, 2010
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Jul 29, 2010
Camp Lejeune informational meeting will be held in Charlotte, North Carolina
The next Camp Lejeune informational meeting will be held in Charlotte, North Carolina on Saturday July 31st. The location is the Charlotte Marriott City Center:
Charlotte Marriott City Center
100 West Trade Street
Charlotte, NC
Time: 11:00 - 3:00 p.m.
Jerry Ensminger and Mike Partain will be the speakers. The purpose of these meetings is to bring the affected community together and enhance our understanding of how the drinking water contamination occurred, what areas of the base were contaminated and what health problems we are seeing in the community. There is no cost to attend. Please RSVP Vanessa Bertka at the Bell Legal Group so that they can have enough food for everyone in attendance. Lunch is provided at no charge.
Vanessa Bertka
843-546-2408 ext 757
vbertka@edbelllaw.com
If you are interested in holding a meeting in your area, please contact Mike Partain at Mike.Partain@TFTPTF.com. So far, we have had interest in the following locations and are attempting to organize meetings in Texas, California, and Tampa Florida.
Our next scheduled meeting is in Syracuse, New York on August 5th. We have heard from 10 people as of this email.
The Few, The Proud, The Forgotten,
http://www.tftptf.com/
Charlotte Marriott City Center
100 West Trade Street
Charlotte, NC
Time: 11:00 - 3:00 p.m.
Jerry Ensminger and Mike Partain will be the speakers. The purpose of these meetings is to bring the affected community together and enhance our understanding of how the drinking water contamination occurred, what areas of the base were contaminated and what health problems we are seeing in the community. There is no cost to attend. Please RSVP Vanessa Bertka at the Bell Legal Group so that they can have enough food for everyone in attendance. Lunch is provided at no charge.
Vanessa Bertka
843-546-2408 ext 757
vbertka@edbelllaw.com
If you are interested in holding a meeting in your area, please contact Mike Partain at Mike.Partain@TFTPTF.com. So far, we have had interest in the following locations and are attempting to organize meetings in Texas, California, and Tampa Florida.
Our next scheduled meeting is in Syracuse, New York on August 5th. We have heard from 10 people as of this email.
The Few, The Proud, The Forgotten,
http://www.tftptf.com/
Jul 28, 2010
A retired U.S. Marine says the contaminated water supply at Camp Lejeune in North Carolina caused his son's incurable brain tumor and the death of his daughter from brain cancer. His federal lawsuit accuses the United States of allowing Marines and their families to unwittingly drink and bathe in polluted and potentially poisonous water for 30 years.
Courthouse News Service- A retired U.S. Marine says the contaminated water supply at Camp Lejeune in North Carolina caused his son's incurable brain tumor and the death of his daughter from brain cancer. His federal lawsuit accuses the United States of allowing Marines and their families to unwittingly drink and bathe in polluted and potentially poisonous water for 30 years.
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Camp Lejeune toxic exposure report released
Camp Lejeune toxic exposure report released
A report linking water contamination at Camp Lejeune to cancer in former base residents went to the desk of President Barack Obama recently.
A report linking water contamination at Camp Lejeune to cancer in former base residents went to the desk of President Barack Obama recently.
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