Longshot, but were you there in 68 as well. Why try? Doctors say I have many ailments from AO exposure. I am a Viet Nam era vet: Denied, Denied and Denied, back pain. Loaded agent orange, asked what was in the drums, they said they could not tell me. He loved the Army. There was a lot of Agent Orange used in the area. Oral, lung, esophagus, colon, prostrate, blood but not the stomach? VA Adds Atypical Parkinsonism to List of Agent Orange-linked Illnesses They go hand in hand but the government doesnt recognize all the years my husband had dementia. My brother, who was a chopper pilot for the Army in all of the Sand Box regions, has been riddled with cancer for several years now due to benzene and other additives they put in the jet fuel to help make it more stable. Too bad this wont help my father or my family. Its shameful how they have forgotten us. VA says Prove it. I cannot claim exposure to AO due to neither the Pentagon or Headquarters MC being allowed to tell the VA that I was actually in country and exposed. How meany of us will have to die a slow painful death before we can get recognized for needed benefits ? Has it been found that it infected mechanics that worked on helicopters and airplanes that were used with agent orange? We were stationed together. My lungs and Grovers Disease was not on their list. Charles McDivett. Never told the area had been coated with AO. Need help. Thats where my father was and how I know he died! I had no idea the Government was actually compensating servicemen exposed to such danger. Due to the operations being Politically Incorrect today all information about where we were at and did is still classified today. Drink eat and shower in agent orange in the Tonkin Gulf. I returned to the VA about a year ago after many of my friends urged me to do so. Take heart, they will get to you if you were initially denied. He was shot in the leg by the Japanese. I have had no status updates since Congressman Doug Lamalfa of California made an inquiry. They caved and gave me assistance for my heart/circulatory issues, along with a hearing loss (grenade damaged) and tinnitus. He passed away July 2012. We die as you ignore. A spokeswoman for the Department of Veterans Affairs declined an interview but offered to answer questions in writing. AMIEN UND AMIEN! The base I was assigned to refueled C-130s with Agent Orange and it was used to control our foliage. HMC, FMF, USMC, USS America [CVA66]. My poor wife is growing old befor her time as she struggles to keep up with my medical bills and having to tap into our meager savings in order to pay for personal care providers not covered by either the VA or Medicare. The one we had before was worthless! I always hoped we could connect with his family to let him know how much he meant to him, but all I have is a first name and description and where he was from. You submit a claim, Harmon said. Being exposed just doesnt stop with the military member. Please switch auto forms mode to off. Also, the investigation found less use in Thailand and the DMZ then previously reported. I was at mountain home afb 1975 to 1980. I served there in 1975-76 and returned in 1988 and stayed until retirement in 1992. Millions are suffering from mental illness, exacerbated by the pandemic. I am not judging your entitlement or claim validity. I am a Vietnam vet who is diabetic and I have ischemic heart disease, both of which are presumptive for Vietnam. Good luck. Major 321 MW solar farm in Texas moves close to a final investment decision. I lived in Okinawa in 1967-68, then was in Navy in Vietnam from Agent Orange while serving in Thailand during the Vietnam Era. Does anyone know if Agent Orange was used during the Korean War? He was a body builder & very health conscious! When they say thank you for your service, usually it is meaningless. If you set foot on a land mass (in Vietnam), youre entitled to a presumption that you have been exposed to herbicides, Rhode Island attorney Robert Chisholm said in an interview. (They are dumb animals that fight our foreign wars for our interest) SORRY BUT THIS WAS NAVEL INTERN BY FAR NOT A DUMB ANIMAL. Do it ASAP as Im sure many will be doing the same,, GOOD LUCK!!! To access the menus on this page please perform the following steps. He filed a claim but died before the VA completed his claim. Dropping in the iodine tablets. what i find as unfair is my brother was in viet nam also during the same time he is getting paid for agent orange but im still being denied. NOT a great idea sending him to the coastline and semi-jungle conditions back into death and destruction, but thats Uncle Sam for you. Ive spent the last 40+ years unable to do any physical work because I cannot bend over or do anything physically stressful. Log on to VA.GOV. Suggest you contact your local Disabled American Veterans (DAV) chapter. PDF [DISCUSSION DRAFT] TH ST CONGRESS SESSION H. R. ll - Matt Cartwright THANKS FOR POSTING THIS FOR THE VETERNS IN NEED OF HELP. In I was told they received it to late and no further action In early 2012 he was diagnosed with bladder cancer, liver cancer and it was in his bones also. It is not a hereditary cancer. Came home on a Bipap and directions to use an oxygen concentrator and had to have tanks exchanged every month, I believe. Now that is just one person. I am amazed that the VA believes burn pit issues only affect those serving in the more recent SW Asia campaigns. 5/60, 3/60. Thats why I ask, is there anybody left? These, mostly men, werent thanked for their service, werent cheered as they arrived home. Following the passing of the 2021 National Defense Authorization Act, there are now three new conditions on the Agent Orange presumptive list. Turner hassupported similar legislationin the past. In fact my brother in law had to wait on the ship until well after dark, like a sneak thief, I would like to know how many vets exposed to Agent Orange have gotten this rare autoimmune disease. The U.S. Department of Veteran's Affairs, known as the VA, has added atypical Parkinsonism to the list of conditions presumptively associated with Agent Orange exposure during military service. Now my question is, how do I file another appeal, and add these issues to my claim? The VA took his money back, told me he was dead and wouldnt need a check anyway and his children could not receive anything from his estate nor file for compensation. the VA acknowledged Agent Orange use in Thailand and made service members stationed there eligible for compensation . 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. I served at KADENA AFB on Okinawa from 1970 until 1972. Mary L. Unfortunately you only had one year to continue his claim. Never heard from VA regarding my case. I did all of a March 3 (UPI) -- The lesion that President Joe Biden had removed from his chest last month during his physical was a common type of skin cancer, his physician said Friday. The VA medical providers do not do this. MJ. My husband did three tours in Vietnam on the USS Chowanoc. Please check it out. I too am having issues obtaining benefits for my husband who served in Vietnam. Not sure why youre responding to this woman so rudely. Liars!!! The VA hasnt even approved private therapy to assist me with my exceedingly difficult situation. I was in VN 1968-69 , I have my bladder removed and prostate around 2002 at Palo Alto VA hospital in California ,all by cancer. It will be at least six weeks to schedule the procedure. A few years later they said oh yeah well give you hearing aides but your not service connected. Lois I suggest staying on this as eventually it will become clear it was used in Korea, as well as was it ever stored anywhere he was present such as Scoffield Barracks ?? 45 years to get in the VA! Markers after three years are good thank goodness. The VA is worse than the Post Office. Non-Hodgkins Lymphoma I assume you served in Vietnam, You need to have them check you for Parkinsons disease. I have copd (breathing problems) and sinus conditions, do i qualify? My daughter was born with autism. 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. I would love to find others that new him. 800-829-4833, Veterans Crisis Line: Please contact me back with what ever information you might have, Thankyou. I have had stage four prostate cancer which I have survived. These vets didnt decide to go to war with Vietnam they didnt decide anything except to answer the call of duty to their country. I am now 67, unable to work and already living in an old age living facility. Since this law took effect in early January, 2020, under the previous administration Im not sure why the Secretary is crowing about it. Unfortunately we didnt learn anything with the AO exposure. They took away my health and my youth and replaced it with an endless routine of jumping through hoops to get basic healthcare needs, and now, as my body rapidly deteriorates, I will be forced to keep working until I die, which wont be soon enough. He applied twice for benefits and denied. He had a friend who was killed in 68 that was the only one he ever spoke of, and it traumatized him for life. Boozman, Tester Fight for Veterans Exposed to Agent Orange During Thank God for the one Veteran who talked me into trying one more timeand for the state of Arkansas VSO. If one of them matches the first name you have I can keep going. He helped me with Agent Orange and Camp Lejuene exposure. Diabetes Mellitus Type 2 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 served on a PBR river boat on the mekong in 1971. Who do we contact to start the claim process or to see if we are eligible? V.A. have hearing loss. I served in Desert Storm and continued serving in SWA on and off for another14 years with my last mission in 2004. Harmon said his sense is that once attorneys are involved, claims from veterans who served in Thailand can be settled in as quickly as six months. My father was Franklin Coon served in Vietnam. I am happy for the Vietnam War veterans who are going to receive presumptive rating for their diseases. My husband, who is a Vietnam vet, has scleroderma. I know Im not alone. I FILED AND ALL THE RECORDS ARE LOSTED SO I WAS DENIED. right people at veterans affairs for you. Key word is ( could cause ) which means the government can not proof that agent orange can not contribute to COPD and other respiratory diseases. The herbicides were in the very air, he believes. My dad was poisoned by AO during the war doing decon of planes from Vietnam. I was born 10 months after my father returned and I am plagued with these issues. Attention A T users. Died 6 years ago of AO related lung cancer. The majority of his career has been dedicated to assisting veterans with legal issues nationwide. Were old news to them, Skinner said of the VA. Arnie Harmon, a Columbus-area veteran who served in Thailand, filed for compensation or a monthly stipend some 15 years ago at the urging of one of his physicians. Lock He passed away In 1994 from Non-Hodgkins lymphoma. that rating. We met another soldier who had Hodgkins from serving in Vietnam with agent orange. Make an appointment with your nearest VA representative. File, ASAP; they only go from initial claim date. Dont give up! I was a platoon leader in Vietnam with the 1st Cavalry Division in 1969 and Ive been able to locate and contact more than 50 men from my unit. Funny thing is the chemical being sprayed one could actually see with no problems. He told me the funeral home would take care of it. It was the best move I could have made. How the hell did we know what it was. During 2020-2021, VA and DoD updated thelist of locations based on new information to several locations in the U.S. and oversees, including Thailand, Korea, and Alabama. VA announced today two major decisions related to presumptive conditions associated with Agent Orange and particulate matter exposures during military service in Southwest Asia. Got bladder cancer treated by VA. We roamed around downtown Anniston quite a bit. March 3 (UPI) -- A former U.S. soldier was sentenced to 45 years in prison Friday for planning a deadly ambush on members of his military unit. At around 60 I took on the fight which took 14 months of going through their hoops, fighting for assistance. 2. It continues to affect the children and their children and so on. He saw active duty the entire tour. I have had numerous health issues my entire life and was conceived within two weeks of him coming home from Vietnam. He died at the young age of 47 due to cancer in his leg. 1. I am not a diabetic which seems to be one of the main items that is considered for VA benefits. Spent a year on that Island as many other Vets. The residue that was on them ? Its the birth defects given to the children of the veterans. Our 29 year old son was just diagnosed with CML Leukemia. Today I live with one lung because of my exposure to AGENT ORANGE. So probably not a budget buster. How is sht burning not considered exposure to particulate matters? 2021, which came back approved on March 22, 2021.) He died three years ago from penile cancer, a horrific disease. I am looking for Robert? My self I got a bloody nose and sore throat. Possibility of Agent Orange exposure could have been the cause! It will be difficult to locate your husbands friends family, however it may be possible. They really take care of us. Any help appreciated. Exactly? Please switch auto forms mode to off. Camp Lejune , 6 months of 71. The VA pats itself on the back for adding three presumptives but conveniently ignores the one with a solid link. Fortunately, I finally learned that the best way to deal with PTSD was to have a vigorous workout every day! 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. I submitted my additional medical documents and completed my medical exam. Had thyroid cancer and had it removed in 2018. In 2017, he was no longer able to communicate and was unable to control his bowel movements. He was informed that they were currently without the manpower to review these claims. Ill ask for the unit your husband was in and during what time period. A lock ( If a service person was in Vietnam, or exposed to chemicals the VA shouldnt play God. I WAS AT THE ABERDEEN PROVING GROUNDS AS A TEST VETERAN AND WAS PROMISED MEDICAL CARE IF ANY THING WENT WRONG. He stated that they used Agent Orange several times while they were in Korea. Wasnt Agent Orange used in Vietnam? Agent Orange was used at my location. For more information, visit our website at Airborne Hazards and Burn Pit Exposures Public Health. I already lost my prostate over this. Now it should be noted that when the chemical was sprayed one could not help but be exposed to it as the only way to the barracks was by military bus and if one wanted to eat one had to walk to the Mess Hall. Agent Orange Exposure in Thailand - Hill & Ponton, P.A. VA will be publishing the PACT Act Performance Dashboard every other Friday to measure the implementation of PACT Act and showcase its impact on Veterans and survivors. My husband now has a 240% disability rating with T&P and we got the final ratings through the American Legion. We were kicked to the curb. I periodically return to refile so that my family will have something to pester them with after I pass. Never heard. I am proud to join Rep. Cartwright in introducing legislation that will ensure our Vietnam War veterans who served in Thailand, Laos and Cambodia receive the care they deserve now, and I urge my colleagues in Congress to work across the aisle to support these men and women who have sacrificed so much for our country," Fitzpatrick said in a statement. Because all the perimeters were sprayed with various types of herbicides with dioxin in it. Unfortunately, not all VA reps are equal. Im his daughter I was born in 1964 and I have Parkinsons and dystonia and other nurogical problems, and a brain DBS implant, all because of Dystonia, these diseases do not run in either side of my familys. In Thailand, Agent Orange was used to clear the jungle around bases, as a means to enhance security. What if your parent submitted a claim for a type of cancer that was only from exposure to agent orange, but passed away shortly after submitting the claim and received a letter stating that the claim was being looked into; does that have any validity to it? Most counties have at least one. Google Okinawa and Agent Orange. I served in Vietnam 66-67 a grunt with the 1st Infantry Division I have intestrial lung disease/pulmonary fibrosis these are not considered related to agent orange exposure which is toxic so Im not eligible for disability and it should be you have to get lung cancer to get benefits. The best thing for my situation was accomplished by my VSO officer. article ul li { list-style: disc; padding: 5px 0; } We have learned to never trust our government. Form or find a support group to work together in filing claims. People laughed at me at accused me of putting on. Soft Tissue Sarcomas (other than osteosarcoma, chondrosarcoma, Kaposis sarcoma, and mesothelioma). Regardless. Sen. Sherrod Brown supports theThailand Veterans Toxic Exposure Act, a version of which was included in the Senate Veterans Affairs Committees toxic exposure bill reported out of committee in May. April 15 (UPI) -- A bipartisan bill introduced Thursday would allow Vietnam veterans who served in Thailand, Laos and Cambodia during the Vietnam War to qualify for disability benefits related to Agent Orange exposure. Hows that for depression. My countys VA reps paycheck comes out of our tax moneynot all counties are willing to pay for us to have a good representative. Share sensitive information only on official, secure websites. so even severe asthma and many other issues, where do we go . My husband Was in Korea in 1973 and 1974. They treated us so well in Danville.. Comprehensive testing, detailed conversation and claims approved! I have his claims on file in my home. Signed no respect. This spraying occurred a number of times during my time at Anderson AFB in the area we called Marlboro Country. Problem solved!!!! DOD knew in 1980s and Reagan gave several billion for Superfunds, matter of records, but even though it is proven those chemicals cause various diseases including Scleroderma and many autoimmune diseases. I remember very well. All from Agent Orange. We applied for benefits for ptsd also. Not enough die yet? I inquired to my VA service rep. and he related to me that All decisions are on hold for Bladder Cancer claims until the VA develops final guidance on how to proceed with these claims. Was it caused by the water we drank (blue water sailor), the free cigarettes, or a combination of both? 6 (a) IN GENERAL.Section 1116 of title 38, United 7 States Code, is amended 8 (1) by striking '', during active military, naval, March 3 (UPI) -- The Treasury Department Friday sanctioned three Russian individuals for human rights abuses against a prominent Russian opposition leader. to leave the ship and make his way home to his wife and daughter. I didnt realize I could or should. I do believe that those who RUN / ruin the VA truly dont care and are pencil pushers who are only there for that government paycheck. Horrible, I was on the DMZ June 1969 for four months. Ischemic heart disease. Our son was conceived when we lived there. PDF Issue Brief: Agent Orange in Thailand During Vietnam Era - Dav What about all of us who were stationed at Fort McClellan, Alabama ? Four years later, it gets approved and I file my claim on 1 March.. Smfh!! Agent Orange Exposure And VA Disability Compensation - Veterans Affairs Ancestry is likely your best bet. quadruple bypass Parkinsons like syndrome And as I didnt know then and only got a clue in 1987 well I was screened for agent orange I have been expected to prove that peripheral neuropathy was from my time in that country. If, you do not have PD, you may be able to file for the new Parkinsom. Agent Orange. Got out at 100% and dropped down to 10% in a year thanks to our wonderful government. Loaded what ever in all kinds of airplanes. He said he worked in areas close to base fencelines and perimeters, sometimes chaining down jets to run the engines, which would actually kick up dust and dirt everywhere around the aircraft.. You cant win. Why hide the truth? Call toll-free at 1 (800) 700-4174 We're Ready to Listen Some Veterans pay all at once while others pay over a lifetime. Anything new in regards to children of Vietnam Veterans? I hadnt heard about the Ft. McClellen exposure. VA denied it being service connected! have hearing loss, VA plans, budget, finances, and performance.
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