Carlisle Barracks
Carlisle, PA
Known Toxins1
Years of Operation1757-Present
Base Background
Carlisle Barracks is one of the oldest military installations in the country. Established in 1757, the site has provided training and education for hundreds of years. Most recently, the installation has operated as the Army War College. Their main missions are to develop military leaders, perform research, and maintain historical records.
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 Carlisle Barracks and later experienced adverse health effects, you may be eligible for compensation. Contact a Pennsylvania VA lawyer for a free case evaluation.
*Effects are according to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention’s Agency for Toxic Substances & Disease Registry unless otherwise noted.