2022.08.24 WednesdayWhat really irritates me is that those of us that served after Vietnam had to clean the old warehoused equipment from Vietnam. Share sensitive information only on official, secure websites. How about those of us that served in Okinawa and were exposed to AO on the boats that were sent from Vietnam for repairs? When I filed my clame and had the physical in Detroit How long until a decision is made on an agent orange applied November 2019. VA took a leg from him before he died of AO related illnesses related to his time on Guam. I am a Vietnam combat Veteran, 1968, III Corps. Agent Orange is one of several "tactical herbicides" used by the U.S. military during Operation Ranch Hand, a multi-year chemical warfare operation during the Vietnam War. I also filed a claim for bladder cancer in 2010 and was denied. When I got home I worked at NASA Moffitt Field and then got a job as a Pipefitter for Local 38 and worked first on an Oiler USNS TALUGA in Oakland Docks, and at the Naval Dry docks at San Francisco Triple -A 3rd street on DD, FF, Destroyers, and the USN supply ship Mars . I served in B 217 Mech infantry out of Camp Kasier 68-69. THANK YOU- Christopher Cross I am wondering this as well. Never seems to end. However, VA's adjudication manual (M21-1) does recognize Vietnam-era veterans whose service involved duty on or near the perimeters of military bases in Thailand anytime between February 28, 1961 and May 7, 1975 may have been exposed to Agent Orange and may qualify for VA benefits. Were you in Vietnam? This was the only work I ever did under such conditions and now I pay a very high price, no future. He was assigned to the 14th Engr Combat Battalion attached to the 1st Cav airmobile division. I am dealing with bladder cancer that was most likely caused by herbicides/AO sprayed on the perimeter, work areas and around the runway/taxiway and along the perimeter fence 50 feet from my barracks at Udorn RTAFB. I need help! In I was told they received it to late and no further action I do have one subjection: STOP starting wars. The Kearsarge is NOT YET a BLUE WATER SHIP but i remember Launching, Recovering and Securing these Helos after IN COUNTRY or Near Shore rescues. Get more resources at VeteransCrisisLine.net. Time is running out for these veterans, Brown said in an email. WELL I HAVE HEAT PROBLEM TYPE 2 DIABETES ENLARGED PROSTATE AND SUFFER FROM PAINAT DIFFERENT TIMES AS WELL AS HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE. Screw the VA and screw the United States. I have one of the birth defects listed other than spinabifida.Is there no hope for compensation for the children of Male Vietnam Vets? I am wondering if they are delaying action on the claims until we are all dead? Mary L. Unfortunately you only had one year to continue his claim. I am not a diabetic which seems to be one of the main items that is considered for VA benefits. Some are just collecting a paycheck. While they (VA) do provide the medical and scientific data to support whether the condition can be service connected or the presumptive(s) in this case, its CONGRESS that are the ultimate culprits who implement and dictate whats in the CFR and Public Law. What about us SEA Vets who did not have boots in Vietnam? Its about time! A two-year investigation (2018- 2019) by DoD found no use, storage or transport of Agent Orange or other tactical herbicides in Guam, Okinawa, Panama, or a number of other countries where there had been speculation of use. Were going to try to right a wrong, Trone said. My husband now has a 240% disability rating with T&P and we got the final ratings through the American Legion. That something was diesel fuel and sht. Sorry for your loss. I already lost my prostate over this. We all suffered mentally and physically and are still suffering. Visit the Kansas Commission on Veterans Affairs Office. I called later and was told that the VA had all the information that they needed from me. most va employees NEVER served in the military !!! Gave me shock treatments and sent me on my way. Sure was glad to see your comment! I understand that there are backlogs and staffing limits. The condition affected my right leg, mostly, causing numbness where I had to rely upon a cane in order to walk. What about veterans in operation restore democracy who were exposed to shit burning details? So it certainly seems like Agent Orange was in his system all those years before Parkinsons. Why wont the VA properly recognize my 100% physical disability obviously caused by exposure to Agent Orange for the last 40+ years??!!!! Will every case be reopened? We have a wonderful VA home in Sulphur Oklahoma. Paula there is strong evidence that Dioxin the active agent in Agent Orange altered DNA and as such children can see their health impacted so do not give up. I was in Nam 18 months, 29 April 68 to 7 Dec 69, I have Diabetes 2, receiving 30 % compensation for AO induced Diabetes 2. Google agent orange diseases and symptoms breakdown. Developed diabetes. has never reviewed my case as of June 2021. When I put in a claim for the Agent Orange ( had a daughter that nearly died from a heart condition and a son 3 years later died of heart complications) were totally denied! Im 71 documented Agent Orange but no claim with VA. Im having more and more medical issues, Have filed with a VSO and was denied. My lawyers quit the case. Did you carry/transfer AO to our ship or have any records? Ill ask for the unit your husband was in and during what time period. In an interview, Skinner recalled that he was an aircraft mechanic on F4 Phantom jets while serving in Thailand. Youre absolutely correct. I feel there should be some consideration into this matter due to the suffering of many veterans. Secure .gov websites use HTTPS The VA pats itself on the back for adding three presumptives but conveniently ignores the one with a solid link. I have filed claims but constantly get denied. Many of the diseases posted by the VA as AO exposure have numerous Recent changes in both blue and brown water sites should apply to your husbands service. We carried and transferred AGENT ORANGE to AIR CRAFT CARRIERS many times. Hello Jerry Try to have ALL documents needed for the claim and include docs from research papers on UNDIAGNOSED ILLNESSES IN THE GULF as well as docs on presumptive Diseases from GWI(gulf war illnesses). Typically, the VA looks for evidence of duty near base perimeters or fence lines to establish herbicide exposure. Turner hassupported similar legislationin the past. Make an appointment with your nearest VA representative. My regret is that he was not told what could happen and suggest test to be done Secondly we need to know more about the genetic changes. You were boots on ground during the required times. He stated that they used Agent Orange several times while they were in Korea. Seems like mission is to dissuade veterans. What you did for this for this country I s not too Much to ask. Also this was 72 till76. He served in Vietnam in the Army from 1967 -1968. Questions sent to the offices of Portman and U.S. Rep. Mike Turner, R-Dayton. 2021, which came back approved on March 22, 2021.) Put in more than 4 hours without pure exhaustion and other affects such as shortness of breathe. In Thailand, Agent Orange was used to clear the jungle around bases, as a means to enhance security. He deserves something for his suffering and death related to his exposure while in Korea! Is there a link between Skin Cancer and Agent Orange? Cant find any records of Decontamination of Aircraft but i was in close contact, Launching, Recovering & Securing these helos after either IN COUNTRY or SHORE RESCUES. Now that I am retired I have been diagnosed with asthma, sinusitis and rhinitis. Aside thought it would go away as it did some times at night after battle .talk to me V A . is being forced because of these new laws and regulations to admit exposure they previously denied. Too bad this wont help my father or my family. My loved one is in hospice at this moment any time hes going to be restored to the kingdom of God. However, there was a terrible consequence: Exposure to Agent Orange resulted in cancer, birth defects, and other significant ailments. I remember returning home for Vietnam in 1973 only to be SPAT on by college students as if to shame those of us who served, AND remember, we were FORCED to serve if your draft number was low. Saw VSO last month. Today I live with one lung because of my exposure to AGENT ORANGE. 74 yrs of age. I was a Flight Deck director on the USS Kearsarge Aircraft Carrier. Id contact the VA and find out where to file to start receiving widow benefits. If you have a copy of his DD214 and / or know the unit he was in you have a starting point. I was stationed at Camp Lejune in Feruary 1959.I had a claim filed.Last year In August I had a traumatic brain injury and nearly died twice.While I was rehabilitating from this injury I received a call from the Veterans Administration about my claim.We got into an argument she told me she was also a Marine she was very nasty. That has been appealed with the help of the Dept of Veterans Affairs. Among them: The Veterans Agent Orange Exposure Equity Act, the Cost of War Act, and others, including the Fairly Assessing Service-related Exposure Residual (FASTER) Presumptions Act, also dubbed the FASTER Act. Im not sure if the new presumptive condition hypothyroidism is any different. One of their doctors lied and stated that he had examined me and found no problems related to Agent Orange. We never thought, or were told to ask our First Sargent Can you tell me what chemicals we are using here, and how will they possibly affect my health 25 years from now? We were all asked to step up, and never thought that a real enemy might be the Department of Defense, or perhaps some other EM doing what he had been told to do. 2. Came home on a Bipap and directions to use an oxygen concentrator and had to have tanks exchanged every month, I believe. He proudly gave 23 years to our country. Thanks for helping the lady above. Yeah as a BT many times the Asbestos dust was floating like a fog. When a Veteran mentioned he had only been out of the house three or four times in four years, his occupational therapy team sprung into action. But we all must go through gauntlets of crap from poorly trained workers, most who have no idea what TCE and Benzene is, and who used it. I was freakwently exposed to agent orange. My husband found a good advocate 150 miles from where we lived and got all his benefits. Just about everywhere we went looked like the vegetation never existed! Now along with other problems related to losing the prostate, I will be worrying about my bladder. Any help appreciated. You will now be able to tab or arrow up or down through the submenu options to access/activate the submenu links. Falls short of what needs to happen, VA needs to make sure above all that people contaminated why doing their jobs in service get help. Young. I had no idea the Government was actually compensating servicemen exposed to such danger. I have not been able to secure ANY Squadron Flight Logs either. Still no answer. We were kicked to the curb. The JSRRC is officially known as the Joint Services Records . I didnt realize I could or should. They can never repay me for my loses or my daughters! VA announced today two major decisions related to presumptive conditions associated with Agent Orange and particulate matter exposures during military service in Southwest Asia., [Editor: Separate issues. He passed away In 1994 from Non-Hodgkins lymphoma. This edict became effective 1 January 2020. Plus i didnt know i had all tha hissing noises rushing air noises till i got out of service. I was soon denied because I was on the wrong colored water. WASHINGTON - The Senate Veterans' Affairs Committee advanced legislation introduced by U.S. 5/60, 3/60. If he won it, then you are entitled to his compensation although it will be much less $ than what he would have received. hypertension should be on that list of new presumptive illnesses it has been on the list to be added for the last 3 VA directors the NASE&M has deemed it linked to AO and the last few I believe had fears that adding that would be a BUDGET BUSTER and that is why it was and is not being added the last one of the leaders prior to this one started a new round of research on all of the presumed so that he wouldnt have to deal with the list that had been presented to him by the previous administrator the question still remains why a new review ? One place my brother was stationed was Dong Ha. Any others here? Im 75 and i am sick and tired of being lied too. Expletive like her should not work for the Veterans Adim.I almost called the veterans hot line I was so depressed.I want to open up my claim again.Help me please. Also, the investigation found less use in Thailand and the DMZ then previously reported. Air Force worked in air freight. Now that is just one person. Any info on how to file and win a claim would be appreciated. Agent Orange was the reason. Im not convinced the toxic exposure will ever be gone. I have had what they call jungle rot on my feet and hands that comes and goes. When I called the VA, I was told that this was not related to exposure of Agent Orange. Offspring of AO exposed veterans often get tumors. Thank you for your service!!!! My father served in the Korean War with the 25th Infantry Division. No One in my family ever had hypothyroidism [Graves] so when the VA took my Thyroid from me, [and chained me to 14 medications a day for the remainder of my life] in December 1997, it was a shock to everyone in my family!!! Im glad that those exposed to Agent Orange are FINALLY getting some progress with the VA and federal government. VA says Prove it. Be Well, Steve. I was exposes to the toxic water, ( when I say exposed, I mean drinking, cooking and bathing in it) and developed hypothyroidism in my mid 40s. If I were a civilian in Aniston I could sue and at least get my medical bills paid forbut I was just serving my country so I guess I dont deserve to be treated like a human being. Those conditions are bladder cancer, hypothyroidism and Parkinsonism. He filed a claim but died before the VA completed his claim. Dont give up! I have lost a kidney to cancer, had stage 3 Lymph cancer treated, skin cancers, and colon cancer treatments. You will find a very good article that explains qualifications. Im a child of a deceased Vietnam vet. Can i get VA assistance? VA has had me Synthroid for decades, she again said sorry. If you did not file a claim in 2010, you need to file a claim for disability benefits. Version Date: 8/11/22 . ) or https:// means youve safely connected to the .gov website. I could go on and on. The age group I am in seems to greatly effected with neuropathy and because we are not diabetics, the VA will not consider this ailment as a cause of Agent Orange. VA will send letters to impacted Veterans and survivors. During 2020-2021, VA and DoD updated the list of locations based on new information to several locations in the U.S. and oversees, including Thailand, Korea, and . I was in Dong Ha, Vietnam, from Feb 68 to April 69. Im fully compensated, tax free, and have free medical. I was born while he was in Vietnam and served on camp Pendelton Subic bay Diego Garcia and Camp Hansen all of which are super sites with contamination. I had a 5 year break in service and decided to go back in as an aviator on C-130s. I was born 10 months after my father returned and I am plagued with these issues. I am happy for the Vietnam War veterans who are going to receive presumptive rating for their diseases. Thank you for your service and sacrifice. Both of my brothers were born before my father was deployed and have no serious medical issues and are about as healthy as you can be. or concerned about one, connect with our caring, qualified responders for confidential help. I was at mountain home afb 1975 to 1980. Didnt speak to anyone for a solid year unless I had to and finally got out USMC? Now my question is, how do I file another appeal, and add these issues to my claim? 1. Because all the perimeters were sprayed with various types of herbicides with dioxin in it. He was rated 100%. many times not waiting the 30 minutes to drink. So, just because youre not a veteran doesnt mean Agent Orange didnt effect you. Thats what my husband did who has AO related cancer. Vietnam War-era veterans who served in Thailand say theyre still fighting. They do a real good job getting through all the red tape. We feel your pain, we also got no benefits for a funeral when my father in law died from Agent Orange. VA doctors told my husband to apply for disability for Agent Orange which was supposed to be automatic if you served in certain areas, including Thailand, where it was sprayed around base perimeters, where everyone walked. The burn pits were operating no matter which way the wind was blowing. My husband applied years ago and was denied he served in the Korean War and two tours in Vietnam and was based at Camp Lejeune for several years. I have Myesthemia Gravis but keep being denied. U-Tapao Air Base, Thailand, 1972The National Archives, Health Care Im an ex-Marine who was stationed at Camp LeJeune (and Camp Geiger) for a total of seven months in 1972. Im currently receiving a 20% rating for surgeries related to recurring shoulder dislocations while attending cliff assault school, boxing in smokers, and playing various sports for Marine units while stationed in Twenty-Nine Palms and Camp Foster, Okinawa. He was in Vietnam in 69 as well. My husband, who is a Vietnam vet, has scleroderma. Do I need to have my VSO file a claim or does the fact that I had it when I had my Agent Orange exam suffice? Can anyone confirm this or direct me where to find the truth? Then renal cancer which was not presumptive at the time. He retired after 24 years of service in the Marines while serving he developed a heart condition that required a triple bypass he also suffered from PTSD, Rash to his back, feet, and legs he also developed asthma, and lung cancer from agent orange and smoking cigarettes of which was given to him his first day of reporting to camp they were included with his gear before that he never smoked. Will she possibly be eligible for benefits of the new changes? Im 43 now and one of my two sisters from a different mother has health problems as well. Agent Orange in Thailand. It was our only source. My own was agent orange exposure which the VA acknowledges, yet say has nothing to do with my tremors, and they tell ME to prove it does. My countys VA reps paycheck comes out of our tax moneynot all counties are willing to pay for us to have a good representative. I was there for a short period of time. Make an appointment. It is beyond horrible. Removing that burden helps veterans avoid having to file that additional paperwork. Agent Orange is just a euphemism for many different types of herbicides. He was shot in the leg by the Japanese. Its a shame how they treated him once he got sick. A thankless smelly unending job, which I was proud to do. Be well, Bobby. Following the passing of the 2021 National Defense Authorization Act, there are now three new conditions on the Agent Orange presumptive list. I served in Vietnam in Long Binh and Saigon area from Nov 1966 thru Oct 1967 in the Army and had Agent Orange sprayed me many times. My daughter had to have her thyroids removed when she was a young teenager. I was stationed in Korat Thailand 72-73 and lived outside the west gate which is in the red zone ( cleared by AO ). He was recently diagnosed with Parkinsonism. My husband was diagnosed with bladder cancer 3 years ago. 877-222-8387, TDD (Hearing Impaired) My siblings and I have more then one of the affects from my fathers exsposure. Sorry, but I dont have the time or ability to bear the burden of responsibility when it comes to proving this issue. Mary get a lawyer you have a lot of money coming, a lot will have to what his death certificate All camp sites were heavily sprayed ,where our tents for our barracks and mess hall were placed. When will they get enough competent case reviewers to catch up on all Agent Orange Disability claims.?? Interestingly, my husband was approved after being diagnosed with prostate cancer. He receives compensation for Agent Orange exposure. I know a Roberto Bustamante in Tampa Fl. I need to be working but I cannot! If its carried in the DNA then children are eligible for medical coverage by the VA a part of the DoD since the careless actions by the DoD caused this problem. Camp Lejune , 6 months of 71. Why not better support vets than pay people to not look for or accept job offers. File photo by Kevin Dietsch/UPI |, To cut costs, Amazon delays completion of second headquarters, closes retail stores. Call: 988 (Press 1), U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs | 810 Vermont Avenue, NW Washington DC 20420. VA will conduct broad outreach efforts to reach impacted Veterans and it encourages them to participate in the rulemaking process. Filed a claim in 2018 was denied. I was stationed at Camp Jackson near Uijeongbu for 16 months in 67 and 68, and spent some of that time in the DMZ establishing artillery survey control. I suggest you keep applying as the last Sect. I served in Thailand at the end of the war as a crew chief on F-4s. I am now having all kinds of health/medical problems. The VA hasnt even approved private therapy to assist me with my exceedingly difficult situation. He didnt receive a dime from the military, because when they finally approved him he died 2 days later. The area that I lived in was with the Philippians off base in a jungle area, which was sprayed with a chemical to control the growth of the jungle out side of our barracks.
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