I served 13 months north of Uijeongbu, Korea, during the time that they sprayed AO. You will now be able to tab or arrow up or down through the submenu options to access/activate the submenu links. I served aboard a world war II ship from 1968 to 1970 that had asbestos through out the ship. Just my own opinion, I have all but given up even trying. Chloracne (if it presents within one year of exposure to a degree of 10 percent disabling) 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. My husband was diagnosed with stage 4 bladder cancer 3 years ago. When my husband died in 2010, he couldnt even find the paperwork to apply for a grave marker. I now suffer from diabetes and heart disease. The appeal was resolved through a joint motion to remand. Finally in 2020 he was dx with PSP. the VA has its own math to figure how disabled you are on each disease. Last his sight basically overnight when the inflammation hit the optic nerve. To enter and activate the submenu links, hit the down arrow. 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. Were you in Vietnam? I would go up north to snorkel and fish during my time off. The Veterans Agent Orange Exposure Equity Act, introduced by Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick, R-Penn., and Rep. Matt Cartwright, D-Penn., would allow veterans who served in some other countries during the conflict to access benefits without providing additional evidence. Semper Fi . He had me late in life . ANY INFO or help would be appreciated. Lets see what the VA does for me and others .For some reason they only admit Lejeune. kapm. And BTW! Drink eat and shower in agent orange in the Tonkin Gulf. The neuropathy is in my feet, legs and hands. If you know of. Its AO, and also particulate matter exposure in SWA.]. Respiratory diseases?? Veterans Agent Orange Exposure Equity Act, IRS begins making final stimulus payments from American Rescue Plan, GAO: VA suicide prevention teams need evaluation amid caseload growth, burnout, Woman's DDT exposure may affect granddaughter's health, study says. He filed a claim but died before the VA completed his claim. , my fathers name was Gary Tollie.USMC I have had cancer and other illness but still got denied 3 days before Christmas. Hypertension should definitely be added,I got hypertension in my early 40s was in Vietnam 70to 71. Attention A T users. The VA told him he didnt need to file a claim because it wasnt covered. I will however continue to fight until I take my last breath! I received a letter that said if I divorced or became a widow I could.get.the benefit. I served in the 49th TAC Fighter Wing and got out in late 1974 after breathing jet exhaust on the flight line for almost a year. The VA pats itself on the back for adding three presumptives but conveniently ignores the one with a solid link. WASHINGTON - The Senate Veterans' Affairs Committee advanced legislation introduced by U.S. Why hide the truth? Spent a year on that Island as many other Vets. There should be a 1-800-827-1000 number or something similar. My claim for benefits for Agent Orange related Prostate cancer was approved in 2017. 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. In I was told they received it to late and no further action Google agent orange diseases and symptoms breakdown. 1975 -77. Why wont the VA properly recognize my 100% physical disability obviously caused by exposure to Agent Orange for the last 40+ years??!!!! No one ever told me and zi was too busy trying to survive and raise two kids with a bad case of PTSD and other conditions that affected them! This was the only work I ever did under such conditions and now I pay a very high price, no future. I have had no status updates since Congressman Doug Lamalfa of California made an inquiry. 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. 2 [Discussion Draft] 1 SEC. Dad wanted his compensation to go to his daughters . Way to go VA. What about the troops of 7th Division 2 Battalion 31st Infantry 8th Army sent to the DMZ Korea 1967 thru 68? Given the ventilation systems used, any contamination that became airborne was pumped into the ships. The Young man handling Agent Orange claims referred me to my own civilian doctor and even paid for the visit. If so get in touch with your local VSO officer and get them to help. Our 29 year old son has CML Leukemia I believe from Agent Orange. Without his help I would never had gotten anything. I had 2 children die at full term due to birth defects, I believe to be related to Agent Orange exposure in Vietnam My oldest son has a rare bone issue untreatable, I believe due to Agent Orange! I wish I live near you so we help each other out to ease the stress! He was in Vietnam in 69 as well. My father died from cancer from Agent Orange colon cancer the VA denied it . Im proud, its just too hard to pass on anything good to say about serving your country. VA presumes (assumes) exposure to Agent Orange for Veterans who served on any U.S. or Royal Thai military base in Thailandfrom January 9, 1962, throughJune 30, 1976. What about soldiers that did not serve in the Republic of China but was assigned to combat engineer units that were in Vietnam, and brought back equipment used in the jungles of Vietnam, exposing soldiers to that equipment whom started experience such problems as boils and other unusual respiratory problems in early to mid 70s. My sense is these bills have a chance, but I just dont know how good a chance, attorney Chisholm said. How old is Robert now, where do you think he lives at. I have his claims on file in my home. Our old family Country doctor is the one who finally broke the news to my brother and our mother. All camp sites were heavily sprayed ,where our tents for our barracks and mess hall were placed. I have been hearing stories of other children coming down with CML of exposed Vietnam Vets. They really take care of us. My husband also served 67-68 with the Army, from DaNang, all the way up to the DMZ at Camp Evans as an Engineer attached to the 1st Cav. Chronic B-Cell Leukemia So much for all those people and ads saying welcome home. Right!!!!! I had to clean all of this up with no idea that this could be agent orange. They give you up to a year to provide any additional evidence if needed. God help us! He was recently diagnosed with Parkinsonism. I periodically return to refile so that my family will have something to pester them with after I pass. My husband found a good advocate 150 miles from where we lived and got all his benefits. Technician, I was in Nam 67+68 Ive had Hypothyroidism for a long time what do I do? He passed away in 2015 with heart failure and had skin cancer . The longer they can lie and deny the more they save. USMC 67-71. So it came as no surprise in around 2015 when the VA decided that it was not going to service-connect disabilities to alleged Agent Orange and tactical herbicide exposures in Thailand without the "blessing" of this mysterious little government unit known as the "JSRRC.". I check my status every week, still no decision. I have no idea. I thought one of the most iconic scenes in the movie Platoon had in the background mamma sans stirring something in cut in half 55 gallon drums and burning it. But not to veterans in Thailand at least, not yet. Just checking. Daniel Clark Berg. My deceased husband, John Joseph McEnroe, died on April 21, 1977, from an astrocytoma of the right frontal lobes which spread to his spinal column and herniated his brain on his brain stem. U-Tapao Air Base, Thailand, 1972 The National Archives return to top Iraq war vets facing similar problems with VA that Vietnam vets had to put up with.. Whats new?. People laughed at me at accused me of putting on. My father served in the U .S. He loved his job. Can anyone confirm this or direct me where to find the truth? It is shameful how they have forgotten us if they can lie their way out of doing anything for us. Lock A Maryland Democrat, David Trone, a member of the House Veterans Affairs Committee, has introduced the latter piece of legislation. During the daily exposure of ground hull bare nonskid surface, we were subject to a daily cloud of toxic particulate matter with only minimal safety protection. Contact your county office of the state Department of veterans services. 2. Can you help? I filed for agent orange exposure I have been diagnosed by my Doctor with peripheral neuropathy and stinging and tingling in my extremities. He has a number of health issues. What about us SEA Vets who did not have boots in Vietnam? The process seems so slanted as if to prevent the possibility that higher-ranking people bear the burden of responsibility. My dad died March 6 2021 of non-hodgkin lymphoma, he was a Marine in Camp Leguene 1963&64. In early 2012 he was diagnosed with bladder cancer, liver cancer and it was in his bones also. 6 (a) IN GENERAL.Section 1116 of title 38, United 7 States Code, is amended 8 (1) by striking '', during active military, naval, I have applied twice, failed the breathing test and still been denied benefits, that were promised to me at discharge then taken away by a grateful government. Ask anyone who served in Vietnam and it was common practice to dispose of human excrement by mixing it with diesel fuel and burning it. We are suffering from toxic exposure and suffering from many many ailments. Hey Angel, Im in the same boat Vietnam 68-69.. 50% disability for same disabilities. I will continue the fight to get benefits for all veterans who were exposed to Agent Orange and other toxic chemicals regardless of where they served.. Then the following week I get a letter saying I missed my appt. Thats why I ask, is there anybody left? These, mostly men, werent thanked for their service, werent cheered as they arrived home. Politicians carry responsibility also. Dont give up! I was around agent orange. Many of our Nations Veterans have waited a long time for these benefits, said Secretary of Veterans Affairs Denis McDonough. Came home on a Bipap and directions to use an oxygen concentrator and had to have tanks exchanged every month, I believe. My husband had several of those illnesses, but VA kept loosing only the real important documentation and then even went as far as wanting daily records. My thyroid quit years ago, 3 hernia operations, and compared to many of us, Im lucky but At 75 years old, I dont know how much I have left. 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. My siblings and I have more then one of the affects from my fathers exsposure. This in my opinion is a major problem. I understand that there are backlogs and staffing limits. I marked it off and put in my Training Jacket. March 3 (UPI) -- In a cost-saving move, retail giant Amazon announced Friday that it will delay construction on a planned second corporate headquarters dubbed "HQ2" in Arlington, Va. President Joe Biden thanks German chancellor for his nation's help in Ukraine. The Army vet in charge of looking into increasing disability claims pretty much told me to take a hike regarding the toxic water situation. Hes fought for this PARKINSONS knowing full well it came from what he was exposed to in Vietnam. Mary get a lawyer you have a lot of money coming, a lot will have to what his death certificate As a disabled Veteran, Desert Storm era, all i can say is its about damn time!!! Parkinsons Disease, Diabetes and Ischemic Coronary Heart Disease are presumptive conditions of Agent Orange exposure. Last I knew Vietnam was in Southeast NOT Southwest Vietnam, 69 and 70. As some Thailand veterans see it, the VA places an undue burden of proof on them to demonstrate they were harmed by Agent Orange, in some cases asking for photographs or other evidence of physical proximity to harmful herbicides. They go hand in hand but the government doesnt recognize all the years my husband had dementia. VA took a leg from him before he died of AO related illnesses related to his time on Guam. They called me in for tests numerous times and had me interviewed by a psychiatrist, but other than that I never saw a doctor at the VA. Several months passed and I received a litter from the VA in which a doctor stated that he had examined me and found no diabetes or heart disease. Share sensitive information only on official, secure websites. March 3 (UPI) -- The legal team representing former President Donald Trump has formally requested a six-month delay in the fraud civil case filed against him by New York Attorney General Letitia James. I am a bladder cancer survivor (early detection). Parkinsons? We met another soldier who had Hodgkins from serving in Vietnam with agent orange. Now along with other problems related to losing the prostate, I will be worrying about my bladder. We get no information about others who have, or had, this incurable disease. . This is a list of the first names of men from the 14th Combat Engineers who died in 1968. This check was blood tests and 20 minutes with the Doctor who was more interested in possible PSTD than anything. I have had stage four prostate cancer which I have survived. If you are in crisis or having thoughts of suicide, Ive had issues with my hands shaking for a long time. I served in Thailand at Uteipio AFB in 1972-1973. Will she possibly be eligible for benefits of the new changes? Im 75 and i am sick and tired of being lied too. Not one time has anyone at the VA offered to help me with claims or appeals for any of these issues. It is most likely from agent orange. I am very happy today as this is the best physical gift anyone could give to meBARUCH HABA HASHEM ADONAI, BARUCH BEN YESHUA HAMASHIACH, BARUCH RUACH HAKODESH: KODESH-KODESH-KODESH!!! 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. Aside thought it would go away as it did some times at night after battle .talk to me V A . In addition I have hyperthyroidism. If none of these is a match, please let me know so I wont continue to look for a reply from you. Ill ask for the unit your husband was in and during what time period. 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. They treated us so well in Danville.. Comprehensive testing, detailed conversation and claims approved! The bill was last referred to the Subcommittee on Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs in June. VA says Prove it. Come guys -get serious you know it was all over that island! As I read story after story. My husband Was in Korea in 1973 and 1974. I hope that for those who have struggled with financial burdens that help i I have lost a kidney to cancer, had stage 3 Lymph cancer treated, skin cancers, and colon cancer treatments. Agent Orange exposure and VA disability compensation Agent Orange was a tactical herbicide the U.S. military used to clear leaves and vegetation for military operations mainly during the Vietnam War. a veterans office where they are located. Currently, Skinner hopes to make a case before a VA judge in perhaps a year, maybe longer. I am happy for the Vietnam War veterans who are going to receive presumptive rating for their diseases. This condition, nor the degenerative joint disease I am dealing with, is covered as presumptive by the VA for the Camp Lejeune water contamination affected veterans. As a result, I was not affected by the many things agent Orange and the poison water from Lejuene contributed to my health. I am a Viet Nam era vet: Denied, Denied and Denied, back pain. Sinus surgery in 1999, again she said no go. My 51 years of marriage Vietnam war Vet is totally debilitated in every capacities , bedridden, wheelchair bound , totally blind , etc..he required More than 100% care by me and we both are in our seventy and suffering horrific bodily pain ! You submit a claim, Harmon said. HS6 and HC7, both performed Search and Rescue and HC7 was the US NAVYs ONLY COMBAT SEARCH AND RESCUE SQUADRON IN VIETNAM. 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! Suggest you contact your local Disabled American Veterans (DAV) chapter. He is possibly having to go to nursing home because of my health, and only has 10%disability for tinnitus. This is important to a number of Airmen as it seems to affect us later in life with lung, sinus and cough issues. Thanks. Make an appointment with your nearest VA representative. Then we have all the small contaminations, and one big area VA has been quiet on is all us who was working prior to 1995 jobs that used the same TCE and Benzene in water for our everyday careers, like Armorers, and some mechanics, etc VA dont look at Job hazards when working claims, and they say stupid stuff like your sleep apnea was not found in service, when Sleep apnea field of study did not exist when many of us was in service, of course it was not found. Hes lived 3 decades with this and its a long suffering disease. 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. Id be better off living overseas in a country with universal healthcare, which we did for four years but were penalized 10% for each year that we lived abroadnearly $800/month forever from Social Secure/Medicareor even just using my Medicare than being forced to rely on approval from the VA for Community Care: far superior to anything the VA has to offer. Copyright 2023 United Press International, Inc. All Rights Reserved. My father was Franklin Coon served in Vietnam. Removing that burden helps veterans avoid having to file that additional paperwork. 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. For the past several years, the VA has acknowledged that veterans who served in the Republic of Vietnam (including "brown water" veterans who served on the country's inland waterways) were exposed to tactical herbicides such as Agent Orange and that such . (Even though he had rectal cancer and now has a colostomy.) They knew in advance the water was contaminated and allowed us to drink it, bathe in it, swim, buffaloes it and even transport it on ships headed out to Mediterranean. I am a Blue water Vietnam Veteran that severed three tours off the coast of Vietnam. Its a shame that it has taken this long for bladder cancer to be recognized that it can be caused by the deadly exposure of Agent Orange. I want this to be taken seriously! I remember making small cooking fire for my Campbells Cream of Chicken soup (a Red Cross package, where my Halazone treated water turned it blue), breathing the smoke. VA Mantra, Deny, Deny, Deny Until The Veteran Dies. Wednesday, March 10, 2021. Maybe the mindset at the VA is to defer as long as possible and let time run out for a large number of us. I came into contact with Agent Orange when footage was burned off in the northern parts of the island. Can anyone in the VA administration help me understand why COPD and other respiratory diseases are not covered for exposure to agent orange ? Is he bragging about complying with the law? You sound very much like my 51 yr old son. 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.
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