Agent Orange Exposure
What is it?
Veterans who served in the Republic of Vietnam are presumed to have been exposed to Agent Orange and other herbicides used in support of military operations. Fourteen illnesses are presumed to be service-connected for such veterans.
These illnesses include:
- Acute and subacute peripheral neuropathy
- AL Amyloidosis
- Chloracne or other acneform disease similar to chloracne
- Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia
- Diabetes mellitus (Type 2)
- Ischemic Heart Disease
- Soft-tissue Sarcoma (other than osteosarcoma, chondrosarcoma, Kaposi’s sarcoma or mesothelioma)
- Hodgkin’s Disease
- Multiple myeloma
- Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma
- Parkinson’s Disease
- Porphyra Cutanea Tarda
- Prostate Cancer
- Respiratory Cancers (lung, bronchus, larynx, trachea)
Who qualifies?
Someone who:
- Served in the Republic of Vietnam at any time between Jan. 9, 1962, and May 7, 1975, including those who were in country for only one day.
These eligibility requirements are general and there may be additional factors that affect eligibility. Each case is unique and there are exceptions for every rule. Your Texas Veterans Commission counselor is an expert who can review your specific situation and help determine your eligibility.
How to get it?
Start today - your payment starts to accrue the day you file, no matter how long it takes to get the claim settled. Meet with your local Texas Veterans Commission representative or Veterans County Service Officer who will guide you through the process and identify any paperwork required. Completing forms completely and correctly will affect the outcome of your request. Our expert counselors will assist you in completing the forms to get the best results possible. Find the office closest to you.