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Military Exposures
Veterans may have been exposed to a range of chemical, physical, and environmental hazards during military service.
Health Findings from the Gulf War Longitudinal Study
Researchers found that Gulf War Veterans were more likely to report having medical conditions compared to Veterans who served elsewhere during the Gulf War. Gulf War Veterans also reported medical conditions earlier than non-deployed Gulf War Era Veterans. Findings from this study are from the Gulf War Longitudinal Study.
4 Ways to Find Exposures
Related Health Concerns
- Agent Orange Related Diseases
- Gulf War Veterans' Illnesses
- Radiation Related Diseases
- Vaccinations & Medications
Wars & Operations
- Operation Enduring Freedom (Afghanistan)
- Iraq War (OIF/OND)
- Gulf War
- Vietnam War
Exposure Categories
- Chemicals (Agent Orange, contaminated water…)
- Radiation (nuclear weapons, X-rays…)
- Air Pollutants (burn pit smoke, dust…)
- Occupational Hazards (asbestos, lead…)
- Warfare Agents (chemical and biological weapons)
Exposure Topics A–Z
Registry Evaluation
A free medical assessment for possible health problems related to specific environmental hazards
Health Care
Health care services for eligible Veterans, how to qualify and apply
Research Studies
Find out about military exposure-related research studies
Publications & Reports
Use these resources and media materials on military exposures and Veterans
