Camp Blanding Joint Training Center
Base Background
Camp Blanding opened in 1939 as a Florida National Guard training site. The site was then turned over to the U.S. military during World War II. During this time, the camp expanded and hosted nine infantry divisions. It also became a prisoner of war camp. Camp Blanding was then converted back into a state training facility following the war.
Known Toxins
The following chart outlines the medical conditions associated with toxic exposure at this base, classified by the strength of evidence required (strong, good or limited).* Please keep in mind that it is not a complete list.
| Toxin | Potential Effects | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Strong | Good | Limited | ||
| PFAS (Firefighting Foam) | Potential Effects | - | - | Testicular cancer, Renal (kidney) cancer, Prostate cancer |
If you were stationed at Camp Blanding and later experienced adverse health effects, you may be eligible for compensation.
*Effects are according to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention’s Agency for Toxic Substances & Disease Registry unless otherwise noted.