Posted on Feb 2, 2023
SPC John Person
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Was exposed to agent orange on a daily basis
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SP5 Peter Keane
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There is no such thing as Agent Orange Compensation. There are presumptive diseases That are linked. If you have one of these diseases and can show exposure you will then recieve service connection. (Not necessarily compensation, that depends on the level of illness)
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COL Randall C.
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Yes - if you have an ongoing injury or illness that is tied to your Agent Orange exposure. Otherwise, as SP5 Peter Keane stated, no.

The VA does not provide health care or disability compensation for 'exposure' - they only provide those for service connected injuries or illnesses. If you don't have an injury or illness, then enjoy your health!!!! If at a later point you develop something that can be tied back to your service, then at that point the VA will proceed with benefits you're eligible for.

You can reference the VA's page about Agent Orange* to see the full eligibility requirements.
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* https://www.va.gov/disability/eligibility/hazardous-materials-exposure/agent-orange/
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SSgt Christophe Murphy
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Just like Burn Pits compensation isn't given for exposure. You have to have service connected injuries or illness. Work with your provider if you are having issues with something that is or can be linked to your exposure. Good Luck.
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