I guess the VA doesnt believe the wind blows, Skinner said. Monetary as well as medical and other benefits. 800-829-4833, Veterans Crisis Line: And I wanted to try to talk to him, Ellen Spinks. We tried to apply for some type of benefits due to Agent Orange then and were turned away. Often fence lines were sprayed to kill vegetation that may have hid the presence of enemy soldiers. Im a 5x bladder cancer survivor thanks to our lovely government exposing so many of us to god knows what. Is there any advantage to further filings?? Exactly? Quite the coincidence. Pancreatic Cancer 25 years ago at only 68 years old! Any Veteran who is contaminated on the Job regardless of timeframe deserves help. They (the VA) dont give you a definition of what the perimeter is, Harmon said. My husband was a Vietnam vet. Just about everywhere we went looked like the vegetation never existed! My husband died of stomach cancer, had hashimotos disease etc. I am not a diabetic which seems to be one of the main items that is considered for VA benefits. Hypertension should definitely be added,I got hypertension in my early 40s was in Vietnam 70to 71. When did you serve in Korea? To receive updates on my teams efforts, sign up for the newsletter now. Veterans who were exposed to Agent Orange may have certain related cancers or other illnesses. Robert, you will be eligible for compensation if you have medical conditions that warrant it. And BTW! Was it used in Germany at the same time? I could go on and on. For the last 24 years, I have been trying to tell the VA that my Hypothyroidism [Graves Disease] is a result of my two years in daNam: Vung Tau, Lai Khe, TDYs to parts unknown, and lastly Saigon. March 3 (UPI) -- The Treasury Department Friday sanctioned three Russian individuals for human rights abuses against a prominent Russian opposition leader. Thank you for complying with what had to be forced on you, Mr. Secretary, after thousands of my brothers had to die. Contact your county office of the state Department of veterans services. The question is how many generations will the exposure of Agent fill in the blank and other chemicals? My late husband was a mess sergeant and somehow field combat training. Curious about soldiers that worked on jets, etc. Plus i didnt know i had all tha hissing noises rushing air noises till i got out of service. Signed no respect. One of their doctors lied and stated that he had examined me and found no problems related to Agent Orange. Will she possibly be eligible for benefits of the new changes? Im proud, its just too hard to pass on anything good to say about serving your country. Ancestry is likely your best bet. Multiple Myeloma (PROGRESSIVE Supranucler PALSY). Dont give up. Thank you for your time in reviewing this note. . Had been notified that i will receive 30% disability for being contaminated with AO and the Rainbow Herbicide agents. It continues to affect the children and their children and so on. 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 husband served 68-69 in country. It is beyond horrible. The chemicals, grease removers, cleaners, foam retardants sprayed often we used without question. Needle in a haystack. You can file as a widow for spousal benefits. I have had what they call jungle rot on my feet and hands that comes and goes. HS6 and HC7, both performed Search and Rescue and HC7 was the US NAVYs ONLY COMBAT SEARCH AND RESCUE SQUADRON IN VIETNAM. We die as you ignore. 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. In one case, at Gulfport, Mississippi, new information received from a Veteran led to changes for that site on the list. My husband who was diagnosed with B cell non Hodgkin lymphoma started his treatment outside the VA then someone told him to go to the VFW or American Legion. 9th Division.??? 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. I know Im not alone. Also contact your federal congressional Rep. in Washington and inform his office of your issue. 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. I dont know dates ir anything and sadly my mother passed a few months back and I have no other family to ask. When I called the VA, I was told that this was not related to exposure of Agent Orange. 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. 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? While I did not file a claim for hypothyroidism,, I was taking medication for it when I had my Agent Orange exam from which they gave me disability ratings for DM2 and ischemic hear disease. I was turned down cold! How do I find out about agent orange being used in Korea up by the DMZ during 1973 and 1974. A lock ( Had to fight like hell through the VSO and got rated 70% about 4 years before he died. Hes fought for this PARKINSONS knowing full well it came from what he was exposed to in Vietnam. So good luck to all who are still fighting the fight. of the V.A. A little compensation for The VA is merely following whats in the United States Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) and Public Law when handing down ratings decisions. After many years of dealing with the VA in Iowa City, I got him in to Danville, Illinois VA. 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. They caved and gave me assistance for my heart/circulatory issues, along with a hearing loss (grenade damaged) and tinnitus. Respiratory diseases?? This is not a judgement call. The V.A. That is all they are waiting for ? Filed a claim in 2018 was denied. In addition I have hyperthyroidism. Another one of my buddies was just diagnosed with bladder cancer. Come guys -get serious you know it was all over that island! I also filed a claim for bladder cancer in 2010 and was denied. Porphyria Cutanea Tarda (if it presents within one year of exposure to a degree of 10 percent disabling) His primary care doctor believes this was a result of exposure to Agent Orange but a VSO has submitted a claim on my behalf for him. 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. I wish they would provide some care or help for my brother and I. Weve fought very hard through chemo and our cancer. Just two two simple yes-or-no questions: Do you have the condition (in my case prostate cancer)? Is someone here have the truth? If so get in touch with your local VSO officer and get them to help. Lung transplant, Nov 1st, 2014. I have diabetes, heart disease, and nodules on my lungs. I was around agent orange. Dropping in the iodine tablets. Liars!!! What about glioblastoma brain? By 2014, the front and both sides of his brain completely shrank and was unable to comprehend judgment and needed full-time care. 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. Over two years in one place. Planes and Choppers spraying directly over us wile sweeping the area No portable water. Were you in Vietnam? 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. A VSO will get you My 1st duty station was Task Force Delta as is shown in my records. I believe its a 2 part test for eligibility. Vietnam 66,67 and 68. They really take care of us. It only affects less than 1% of the population. Sinusitis is already covered. I also came back to Vietnam as Is blue water navy on the USS st. Louis. He worked on a base heavy with agent orange. Best advicedo the paperwork, get your service records, go the the VA and get an advocate. Persian Gulf War? I trusted the authorities in charge completely. The va gives you meds but dont wont to give benefits.Our svo where I live dont even wont to talk to you.I tried to get him to make copies of . Were going to try to right a wrong, Trone said. 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. Pour toulene on rag, wipe up, and repeat. Whiskey Tango Foxtrot? as a fully developed claim if you can do that, they process those first. Came home on a Bipap and directions to use an oxygen concentrator and had to have tanks exchanged every month, I believe. Its a shame how they treated him once he got sick. Their use in Vietnam and Thailand took a heavy toll. I live in New York. 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. Parkinsons? People laughed at me at accused me of putting on. I dont know if it was specific to Dong Ha. He didnt receive a dime from the military, because when they finally approved him he died 2 days later. How long until a decision is made on an agent orange applied November 2019. What a deal if you were in county flying into defoliated areas it doesnt count. These include: Many of our Nations Veterans have waited a long time for these benefits, said Secretary of Veterans Affairs Denis McDonough. , my fathers name was Gary Tollie.USMC I served 13 months north of Uijeongbu, Korea, during the time that they sprayed AO. Sent in all the medical records most of which were already on his profile. 1968-70, then back on Okinawa 1970-72. 2. I was also told that because I was able to raise my extremely arthritic arms over my head that I should be fortunate that the VA doesnt take away my disability benefits altogether. Copy this link and Go to the DAV or go to VA.GOV and search for a VSO. At age 59 I had my first rare cancer, thyroid and later a 2nd cancer even rarer Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor in my abdomen. I submitted my additional medical documents and completed my medical exam. U-Tapao Air Base, Thailand, 1972The National Archives, Health Care Many people here were exposed to toxins after 9/11. You cant win. They used that letter repeatedly to deny claims, Mary Flodder, McHenrys widow, said in an interview. My late husband was with the 14th combat engineers assigned to the 1st Cav. has never reviewed my case as of June 2021. was wondering what you have to do die to get something done. Agent orange was used there in the training areas and the area was not declared clear until 1994. If not, I dont know where to go from here. In 2016 with the help of an attorney, was finally approved for Ischemic Heart Disease but only has a 60% disability rate. I believe I might get something after I am dead. How do I start a claim? I served three tours from 1967 to 1972, mostly in Thailand. July 2019, President Donald J. Trump issued a directive that those of us who served in the Tonkin Gulf are now considered Blue Water Navy. Never heard. I was around that Agent Orange. 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. Worst of all I now find out the bubblers we consumed water from in our hangers were polluted. Agent Orange is recognized for Parkinsons. But we did. Praying this morning for you and your family. The majority of his career has been dedicated to assisting veterans with legal issues nationwide. Our son was conceived when we lived there. 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. Be aware (request a copy) of your DBQ exam as I did mine and one of the examiners did not completely fill out the questions that were asked of her and for some reason referred to me as a STREET PERSON, get a copy ASAP so that you will know what they said, its in your best interest. Thats what we do; we get creative, Mineer said. Have never been able to figure out who he was :-( Good luck! I dont know if they will ever wake up and do the right thing for us. Please help me for my husband & that was in Vietnam around the Agent Orange. What do I have to do. Very same happened to me. It took a period of time because, at that time a US Navy Viet Nam veteran had to prove in country service connection.

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