Seymour Johnson Air Force Base
Base Background
Seymour Johnson Air Force Base opened in 1942. At the time, it included an Air Force technical school and training center. This location focused on training Air Force technical officers during World War II. After a brief closure following the war, the base reopened and trained Air Force personnel for the wars of the 20th century. Today, this location is home to the 4th Fighter Wing.
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 Seymour Johnson Air Force Base 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.