A VSO may be able to do something, but dont hold your breath. Ancestry is likely your best bet. My husband Was in Korea in 1973 and 1974. 0:00 Introduction0:52 AGEN. Hey Angel, Im in the same boat Vietnam 68-69.. 50% disability for same disabilities. My husband served 68-69 in country. Any help appreciated. If your location and time frame is on the list and you were previously denied disability based on herbicide exposure compensation, you can file a supplemental claim. I have heard nothing since. I served in Thailand at the end of the war as a crew chief on F-4s. Removing that burden helps veterans avoid having to file that additional paperwork. 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 . Saw VSO last month. The chemicals, grease removers, cleaners, foam retardants sprayed often we used without question. Right!!!!! I submitted my additional medical documents and completed my medical exam. I have Myesthemia Gravis but keep being denied. Contact DAV they will help you get started and shepherd your claim through. What about the other 4 years he was stuck to the damn oxygen? Call the number on your letter. My faith in the VA got a big boost by the quick response to my initial application. Dipping our canteens in the rice paddies using our towel to filter out the lumps. Due to the operations being Politically Incorrect today all information about where we were at and did is still classified today. Make your claim ASAP if you havent already. You will find a very good article that explains qualifications. I sat in the chair, demanded him to look and waited for his lazy ass to find it! Do it ASAP as Im sure many will be doing the same,, GOOD LUCK!!! They want to punish us all. Bob has been fighting this letter since it came out, Skinner said. They said in May 2012 they declared 100% disabled with the cancer. My dad fueled planes in Vietnam in 1969 and was exposed daily for a year. I check my status every week, still no decision. My husband also was there during Tet 67-68. It was the best move I could have made. Lawyers come in hot and fade like smoke on the wind after being stalled for so long by the VA. Yes. Vietnam 69 and 70. 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. A few years later they said oh yeah well give you hearing aides but your not service connected. He lost his battle with Cancer September 2002 as his widow what can I do to see if I am eligible for his agent orange benefits? I have been thru 2 bladder cancer surgeries and have other medical issues. The VA to me at this point in time is absolutely useless! Lesion removed from Biden's chest was common form of skin cancer, doctor says. VA announced today two major decisions related to presumptive conditions associated with Agent Orange and particulate matter exposures during military service in Southwest Asia. The VA medical providers do not do this. My son served in the Army in Desert Storm, so he has his own issues on top of being the son of a Nam vet. I believe I might get something after I am dead. Army and was later diagnosed with Diabetes, hearing loss, Parkinsons and other health conditions and according to one doctor at the VA he was exposed to Agent Orange. I would love to see the number of cases where the applicant has died before their case has been resolved. Tactical herbicides such as Agent Orange had limited usage, testing, or storage in several other countries besides Vietnam, such as the Korean Demilitarized Zone (DMZ), Thailand, and United States. VA announced today two major decisions related to presumptive conditions associated with Agent Orange and particulate matter exposures during military service in Southwest Asia. In fact my brother in law had to wait on the ship until well after dark, like a sneak thief, Have never been able to figure out who he was :-( Good luck! 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. Filed a claim in 2018 was denied. ) or https:// means youve safely connected to the .gov website. I understand that there are backlogs and staffing limits. Souds like EVERYTHING is denied so why do anything!!!!!??????????? Never! My brother in law, a brother since I was little, proud marine, two tours Vietnam, didnt see his first born until she was six months old, died recently of a heart attack brought on by extreme pain and after suffering for years with a brain deteriorating disease caused by AGENT ORANGE. A locked padlock After a complete resection of my esophagus & upper stomach & removal of the Vegas Nerves in my stomach with follow up radiation therapy, I lost over 70 lbs., which I have never been able to regain. This is from a person who has zero family history of hypothyroidism. Some are just collecting a paycheck. Appointments. Hes a highly qualified Toxicologist who helps Veterans with claims for exposure to chemicals. WASHINGTON - The Senate Veterans' Affairs Committee advanced legislation introduced by U.S. 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 ?? Thailand veterans harmed by Agent Orange hope Congress will hear them - Congressman David Trone November 01, 2021 Thailand veterans harmed by Agent Orange hope Congress will hear them Credit: Dayton Daily News, Thomas Gnau Vietnam War-era veterans who served in Thailand say they're still fighting. They (the VA) dont give you a definition of what the perimeter is, Harmon said. It is not a hereditary cancer. 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. Welcome to the Ultimate Agent Orange Guide for VA Disability Benefits. I was told agent orange was used in Guam to clear foliage at the end of the aircraft parking area and runway to make room for fuel bladder systems. I hope that for those who have struggled with financial burdens that help i This is the first Ive heard about my conditions might be related to Agent Orange. I had a much smaller exposure than your father and I have lots of Autoimmune diseases as does at least one of my children. I have not been able to secure ANY Squadron Flight Logs either. There is more to that in his records and he died from cancer. He did so much research on this letter (the Aug. 2015 memo)., These men are now in many cases in their 80s, Trone said. Good luck to you. Sinus surgery in 1999, again she said no go. Former United States Army Vietnam Veteran and President of Veterans for Peace David Cline look for his fallen comrades names on the Vietnam War Memorial with member of Veterans For Peace, during a campaign event bringing together victims of Agent Orange exposure, a deforestation chemical used in the Vietnam War, in Washington, D.C. on November 28, 2005. I have also had half my stomach and 8 inches small intestine removed for Carcinoid Cancer, VA says it was not caused by AO. HS6 and HC7, both performed Search and Rescue and HC7 was the US NAVYs ONLY COMBAT SEARCH AND RESCUE SQUADRON IN VIETNAM. 1975 -77. How is sht burning not considered exposure to particulate matters? When will VA notify those who have previously filed a claim years ago for Hypothyroidism? He had filed an Agent Orange claim several times. If you dont know what an Anniston vet is, you probably arent one. Now my question is, how do I file another appeal, and add these issues to my claim? Since this law took effect in early January, 2020, under the previous administration Im not sure why the Secretary is crowing about it. My husband was diagnosed with stage 4 bladder cancer 3 years ago. PRESUMPTIONS OF SERVICE CONNECTION FOR DIS-2 EASES ASSOCIATED WITH EXPOSURE TO CER- 3 TAIN HERBICIDE AGENTS FOR VETERANS 4 WHO SERVED IN CLOSE PROXIMITY TO THE 5 REPUBLIC OF VIETNAM. My lungs and Grovers Disease was not on their list. Attention A T users. The military even put up signs advising us not to go outside when the agent was being sprayed. Why? , my fathers name was Gary Tollie.USMC I would like to know how many vets exposed to Agent Orange have gotten this rare autoimmune disease. So, hes a pulmonary patient at that time, but only AFTER he is diagnosed with Stage 4 Lung cancer that was also in his liver and other areas did he get 100% disability rating. Im glad that those exposed to Agent Orange are FINALLY getting some progress with the VA and federal government. Now that I am retired I have been diagnosed with asthma, sinusitis and rhinitis. The question is how many generations will the exposure of Agent fill in the blank and other chemicals? What about veterans in operation restore democracy who were exposed to shit burning details? Biden awards Medal of Honor to Vietnam Col. Paris D. Davis after 60-year delay. If not, I dont know where to go from here. 100 percent service connected. I am a Viet Nam era vet: Denied, Denied and Denied, back pain. His name was Mark (silver)Thorne. Thanks for helping the lady above. 10% for coronary artery disease and bypass surgery? Then was told, it was not caused by agent orange by the V A Doctor at Seattle. I guess they rather spend the money on recounts and political stuff. And on it goes now they are concerned again? I served in Viet Nam Nov 70 -Nov 71, at Anloc VN and was diagnosed in 2010 with hypothyroidism. So it certainly seems like Agent Orange was in his system all those years before Parkinsons. We have suffered similar ailments. Was it used in Germany at the same time? I have Myesthemia Gravis but keep being denied. Ill ask for the unit your husband was in and during what time period. Bien Phouc. Felton Charles Barnes, what about exposure to mad cow disease? Many people here were exposed to toxins after 9/11. No face covering, My husband with Parkinsons worked in torpedo shop in Hawaii cleaning torpedoes with a degreaser for 3 years plus worked on blue water ship for 8 months while it was dry docked, cleaning equipment and cleaning spilled herbicide in bottom of aircraft elevator and on the ships deck. Hi..I was in the army, 1963 thru 1966.was in the Infantry as a weapon squad leader saving many lives an this tinnitus is bad . Together we are working trying to get all our ducks in a row to file a widows pension claim on the newly approved Parkinsonism agent orange approved disease. Be well, Bobby. Parkinsons? Problem solved!!!! All of my skin peeled off but no body was interested in my problems. Unlike veterans who served in Vietnam and certain areas of Korea, veterans who served in Thailand are not entitled by law to a presumption of exposure to tactical herbicides, the spokeswoman said. 9th Division.??? Lived for basically 5 months. Woo hoo! The condition affected my right leg, mostly, causing numbness where I had to rely upon a cane in order to walk. I looked up, followed and had much respect for older folks, especially veterans and the advice they have given me. We met another soldier who had Hodgkins from serving in Vietnam with agent orange. Please, if anyone else has been diagnosed with Aphasia, or PPA -Primary Progressive Aphasia, please contact me. Do I gualify for any Agent Orange compensation ??? 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. exposed to agent orange. He died of lung cancer and I was told after he died I could no longer proceed with our request. My name is Beverly Smith and my husband Rodney died 28 months ago with Lung cancer. as a fully developed claim if you can do that, they process those first. But for future others, recognition of the connection between esophageal cancer and Agent Orange in Viet Nam is. I do get benefits for my hearing but still have issues with my shaking . Add high blood pressure to the list of presumptives. When I put in for it in Topeka Kansas I was told I could not collect until the Navies law suit was completely processed. Will every case be reopened? in 1972 after coming back from Vietnam-went to VA in Albq., spent week in Hospital with a body rash all over except in crotch area-face-hands-looked and felt like sandpaper-VA told me was caused by a tick bite reaction-gave me numerous medications-to this day-I still get rash on my body and boils on my buttocks-very uncomfortable-was denied agent orange filing for it-our youngest son had his skin on fingers fall-off-I have faith in our VA Facilities-but not in our VA Leaders in getting info about all other Agent Orange Conditions-we are short of time-Please, may you do what is right for our remaining survivors God Bless America and those that pray for all humanity-to live in PEACE, TYPO? secondary diseases you can file a claim for. Every sickness he had was documented in his medical records stating the main cause was due to Agent Orange and Other Health Factors. U-Tapao Air Base, Thailand, 1972 The National Archives return to top Hes not. Last year's Defense Spending Bill included a provision, introduced by Sen. Jon Tester, D-Mont., that added presumption of service connection for Agent Orange-linked illness for veterans suffering from bladder cancer, hypothyroidism and Parkinson's disease. Tom, you need to file if you were in the exact place where agent orange was employed the perimeter of an air base. In early 2012 he was diagnosed with bladder cancer, liver cancer and it was in his bones also. Aside thought it would go away as it did some times at night after battle .talk to me V A . is like a slow boat to Chinathat never arrives! Loaded what ever in all kinds of airplanes. How many Vietnam Veterans suffer from skin cancer? He applied twice for benefits and denied. I had a 5 year break in service and decided to go back in as an aviator on C-130s. This is important to a number of Airmen as it seems to affect us later in life with lung, sinus and cough issues. My claim for benefits for Agent Orange related Prostate cancer was approved in 2017. The timeframe addition is discrimination within our own ranks and we dont do that. Your Vet must reapply or up dating his File with new conditions ,etc.to get higher rating and more benefits such as nursing home , etc.also you as his caregiver you can register with VA caregiver support Orgonization to become his sole caregiver at home then you may be able to quality for compensation as well. VA will begin implementing provisions of the William M. Thornberry National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2021 (Public Law 116-283), adding three conditions to the list of those presumptively associated with exposure to herbicide agents, more commonly known as Agent Orange. Contact a VSO officer. There should be a 1-800-827-1000 number or something similar. He developed T1 diabetes and died in 1996. I know he was in Khe Sahn and went on to the DMZ by the time he got out of Nam. Were going to try to right a wrong, Trone said. Also contact your federal congressional Rep. in Washington and inform his office of your issue. Never seems to end. hcwjr/ponyhunter98 So much for all those people and ads saying welcome home. God help us! Could go on forever, but I should stop here. I am disappointed ive been fighting for my dad benefits only to be told no one can help me. Horrible, I was on the DMZ June 1969 for four months. But they dont seem to have to jump through hoops to get help. It will make it much easier if you know a state he has lived in. 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! We tried to apply for some type of benefits due to Agent Orange then and were turned away. Iserved during the v nam war. 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 feel like Charlie Brown kicking his football and our government is Lucy and like Lucy our government will pull the rug out from all of us. But trying very hard to keep him home and providing total cares. Skinner said the denial was frustrating. I have a Bladder condition for the last 21 years it was not cancer but I was at U-Tapao Thailand from Jan. 1975-March 1976? Does anyone know if Agent Orange was used during the Korean War? Multiple Myeloma Thank god I covered my head with my Fatigue shirt. In Thailand, Agent Orange was used to clear the jungle around bases, as a means to enhance security. It will be at least six weeks to schedule the procedure. My husband, who is a Vietnam vet, has scleroderma. And still didnt know what all that noise was,,I thought I had to live with it through the red tape. Chronic B-Cell Leukemia Now along with other problems related to losing the prostate, I will be worrying about my bladder. That is why he called me! They caved and gave me assistance for my heart/circulatory issues, along with a hearing loss (grenade damaged) and tinnitus. I wonder if it is a matter of large numbers of affected vets and the large amount of money that would have to be paid? 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. I know a Roberto Bustamante in Tampa Fl. He kept his job until he died. Bustamante, who served in the Marines with my husband stateside during the VietNam years. Veterans began making claims due to health problems related to Agent Orange exposure as early as 1977, but they were often rejected unless patients could prove their health problems began a year after discharge. Is it possible that affects of agent orange were passed to him? Dont give up! Where is the bottleneck and why is it there? I served there in 1975-76 and returned in 1988 and stayed until retirement in 1992. Exactly my question? But the prospects for those bills is uncertain at this point. That will make U.S. military veterans who were exposed to Agent Orange eligible for the VA's disability compensation benefits. 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. My dad served the US Airforce in 1952 through unknown date due to his records was burned in the 1973 fire. 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. After 2 and years of much pain and suffering he died December 21 2020. 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. Senators John Boozman (R-AR) and Senate Veterans' Affairs Committee Chairman Jon Tester (D-MT) are renewing their bipartisan effort to support veterans who served in Thailand during the Vietnam War-era by allowing them the opportunity to prove toxic exposure in order to qualify for Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) benefits. 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. . go to a VA clinic or hospital and get registered with the VA Health System. I remember those days. His living quarters were also close to a base perimeter, he recalled. I have developed arithmia, high blood pressure, diabetes and asthma. Vietnam, 69 and 70. U.S., South Korea to revive large-scale military drills amid North Korea threat, Deadly storms leave more than a million without power as weather system moves east, Judge sentences Alex Murdaugh to life in prison without parole. 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. Call the VA at 1-800-827-1000 (benefits line) and they should be able to tell you the form you need to file and start the process (most likely VA FORM 21-526EZ, SEP 2019). Their use in Vietnam and Thailand took a heavy toll. Im diabetic, have had two heart attacks, bladder cancer, and numerous other afflictions. I remember very well. I couldnt agree more. The burn pits too were gross also! He is possibly having to go to nursing home because of my health, and only has 10%disability for tinnitus. Google agent orange diseases and symptoms breakdown. You cant win. They will help you with your compensation claim. Take heart, they will get to you if you were initially denied. 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? This check was blood tests and 20 minutes with the Doctor who was more interested in possible PSTD than anything. Sen. Marshall retold the story of his years during the Vietnam War where . Lets be real, this was 60 years ago, Trone said. Both are tumors in the thyroid caused by AO. Almost every county has If youre alive and sick file for my family who cant. I received a letter that said if I divorced or became a widow I could.get.the benefit. Our government truly does not care. I have had what they call jungle rot on my feet and hands that comes and goes. 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. Trones bill would force these to be adjudicated this quicker, presuming that they were exposed to harmful herbicides. My dad also served in Vietnam and was exposed to Agent Orange and I have a genetic mutation or defect that showed up in the chromosome tests called Ankylosing Sponylitis. Office of Accountability & Whistleblower Protection, Training - Exposure - Experience (TEE) Tournament, Military Exposure Related Health Concerns, War Related Illness & Injury Study Center, Clinical Trainees (Academic Affiliations), benefits related to Agent Orange exposure, Call TTY if you File a claim at va.gov. Im fully compensated, tax free, and have free medical. He told me the funeral home would take care of it. Take your claims information to a Veterans Service Officer and get advice before filing the claim. Copy this link and Go to the DAV or go to VA.GOV and search for a VSO. They save a lot of money by just refusing claim after claim. We carried and transferred AGENT ORANGE to AIR CRAFT CARRIERS many times. Lets see what the VA does for me and others .For some reason they only admit Lejeune. Sorry, but I dont have the time or ability to bear the burden of responsibility when it comes to proving this issue. 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. Skinner acknowledges that he can get health care from the VA. If you get turned down you need to appeal and likely will then be called for an appointment to see a VA doctor. Peripheral Neuropathy, Early Onset (if it presents within one year of exposure to a degree of 10 percent disabling) Shameful how they treat these vets!! Every day I was subjected to JP-4, Agent Orange surrounding our perimeter, MOGAS, Diesel and God knows what else. has never reviewed my case as of June 2021. She could very well be eligible for benefits. Hard of hearing!! I will however continue to fight until I take my last breath! He served during Vietnam war. Nobody told us? Paula Im with you, daughter died 18 months neuoblastoma, brother 44 brain cancer, sister breast cancer and ovarian cancer, i have had lung cancer, leiomysarcoma, soft cell sarcoma, pre colon cancer, I recieved the MUTATED TP53 gene, i dont care what any say the agent orange is a direct reflection of so much death and pain in my family. Our 29 year old son was just diagnosed with CML Leukemia. Interior Department announces new initiative to restore bison population. Version Date: 8/11/22 . the VA has its own math to figure how disabled you are on each disease. 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. They have requested information for my diseases but I have never heard back from them. What about Camp Lejeune NC and the continued toxic water that continues today? or concerned about one, connect with our caring, qualified responders for confidential help. Technician, I was in Nam 67+68 Ive had Hypothyroidism for a long time what do I do? I filed for agent orange exposure I have been diagnosed by my Doctor with peripheral neuropathy and stinging and tingling in my extremities. Nam Vet [69 71] On Thursday, Pennsylvania Reps. Matt Cartwright (D) and Brian Fitzpatrick (R) introduced new legislation to expand the presumption of exposure to Agent Orange for disability benefits to. This edict became effective 1 January 2020. I would love to find others that new him. I finally got FULL VA bendfits 45 years later only because I met a VET in Allentown, pa area and he GUIDED my through the process and actually took me to the Allentown VA and showed me where to go and what to expect when I had to see the PROFESSIONALS. Thailand Military Bases and Agent Orange Exposure VA presumes (assumes) exposure to Agent Orange for Veterans who served on any U.S. or Royal Thai military base in Thailand from January 9, 1962, through June 30, 1976. 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. Between the Benzine in the JP4 that I breathed, the Asbestos and Oils on the Tuluga, and the God knows what on the other ships it is a no wonder that I have COPD. We flew into areas that had been sprayed with agent orange. These are the evidence pieces you should give to your VSO, or if filing on your own, the evidence you scan and attach when submitting a claim at VA.gov. 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. We have learned to never trust our government. I returned to the VA about a year ago after many of my friends urged me to do so. Im 43 now and one of my two sisters from a different mother has health problems as well. He stated that they used Agent Orange several times while they were in Korea. Lawrence I am so very sorry to hear what they are doing in FAILING to recognize and properly 1) take care of your situation and 2) acknowledge responsibility and approve full 100% benefits. Go to the nearest Disabled American Veterans office and ask them for assistance. The VA hasnt even approved private therapy to assist me with my exceedingly difficult situation. 3. Neither is free, but I dont know how much they are. The residue that was on them ? Sorry for your loss. This country was sprayed with agent orange. Are you, or someone you know, struggling with a mental health or substance use disorder? I did not receive any cash benefits for coming in contact with agent orange. I was in vietnam Quonlo for 14 months. I am wondering this as well. right people at veterans affairs for you. 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. 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. What about us SEA Vets who did not have boots in Vietnam? This letter rejecting Skinners claim cited an Aug. 2015 memo from the Air Force Historical Research Agency (AFHRA), a memo that veteran Robert McHenry, a friend to Skinner and others, fought for years.

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