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Agent Orange & Herbicides (Vietnam Era)

Vietnam era and related herbicide-exposure periods (generally 1962–1975, plus expanded locations).

Who's covered

Vietnam, Thailand (base perimeters), Laos, Cambodia, Guam, American Samoa, Johnston Atoll, and other expanded PACT Act locations.

Example presumptive conditions

  • Hypertension and MGUS (added by the PACT Act)
  • Ischemic heart disease, Parkinson’s disease
  • Several cancers — prostate, respiratory, bladder, soft-tissue sarcoma
  • Type 2 diabetes
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Agent Orange — frequently asked questions

Who qualifies for Agent Orange benefits under the PACT Act?
Vietnam era and related herbicide-exposure periods (generally 1962–1975, plus expanded locations). Vietnam, Thailand (base perimeters), Laos, Cambodia, Guam, American Samoa, Johnston Atoll, and other expanded PACT Act locations.
What conditions are presumptive for Agent Orange?
Examples include: Hypertension and MGUS (added by the PACT Act); Ischemic heart disease, Parkinson’s disease; Several cancers — prostate, respiratory, bladder, soft-tissue sarcoma; Type 2 diabetes. This is not the full list — the PACT Act covers 330+ conditions across all exposure categories.
How do I file a Agent Orange claim?
File a VA disability claim and note your toxic exposure. A free accredited Veterans Service Officer (VSO) can help you build a strong claim at no cost. "Presumptive" means the VA assumes the service connection for eligible veterans — but you still must file.

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