ALS/PLS and Military service

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Jabba

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When I first got the "We think it might be ALS" from my Neurologist, I was asked about having served in the military because it has been linked to ALS and gets some special considerations, for lack of a better term. I have not served but, have worked as a civilian contractor with Hazardous Waste, been onsite for multiple weapons, aircraft and rocket motor tests on several different Bases throughout California and Nevada for over 25 years. I was exposed to radiation many years ago and have had a few cancers removed from my body. My question is, is there anything in place for people with a history like mine?
 
Unfortunately I do not think so. the benefits for veterans are administered through the VA and the vets need 90 days active duty, a not bad discharge and documentation of the same
 
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