capted Posted June 23, 2010 Share Posted June 23, 2010 Hoping you guys will go by the rule that there are no dumb questions! I have googled all over and can't find a definitive answer. If I flew out of Vietnam and got shot at, is my 40 something years later prostate cancer considered combat related as well as service related? Still waiting on VA decision, of course. VA clinic here in Viera has been great. Didn't know I qualified but was told to apply. Had orientation and VA ID card in less than a month. There are a few state of Florida perks for combat related disabilities. capted Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carlie Posted June 23, 2010 Share Posted June 23, 2010 If I flew out of Vietnam and got shot at, is my 40 something years later prostate cancer considered combat related as well as service related? capted capted, It maybe AO related but I do not feel it would be considered as "combat related" jmho. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HadIt.com Elder john999 Posted June 24, 2010 HadIt.com Elder Share Posted June 24, 2010 If you are retired with 20 years getting a military pension then AO is considered for a combat/hazardous duty factor for those getting VA compensation and military pension. In other words, you can get your military retirement and 100%compensation for an AO disease separately. That is the only benefit I know of for combat related disability. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Founder Tbird Posted June 24, 2010 Founder Share Posted June 24, 2010 VA Page http://www.publichealth.va.gov/exposures/agentorange/diseases.asp#veterans as you can see from the list below Prostrate Cancer is a presumptive disease and should be service connected boots on the ground in country veterans. Agent Orange: Diseases Associated with Agent Orange Exposure VA has recognized certain cancers and other health problems as associated with exposure to Agent Orange and other herbicides or as associated with military service: Veterans' Diseases Associated with Agent Orange ExposureBirth Defects in Children of Vietnam VeteransAmyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS)Veterans' Diseases Associated with Agent Orange Exposure Veterans may be eligible for disability compensation and health care benefits for diseases that VA has recognized as associated with exposure to Agent Orange and other herbicides: Acute and Subacute Peripheral Neuropathy A nervous system condition that causes numbness, tingling, and motor weakness. Under VA's rating regulations, it must be at least 10% disabling within 1 year of exposure to Agent Orange and resolve within 2 years after the date it began.AL Amyloidosis A rare disease caused when an abnormal protein, amyloid, enters tissues or organs.Chloracne (or Similar Acneform Disease) A skin condition that occurs soon after exposure to chemicals and looks like common forms of acne seen in teenagers. Under VA's rating regulations, chloracne (or other acneform disease similar to chloracne) must be at least 10% disabling within 1 year of exposure to Agent Orange.Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (Now Being Expanded to B Cell Leukemias) A type of cancer which affects white blood cells. Currently, only chronic lymphocytic leukemia is a "presumptive" disease associated with Agent Orange exposure; however, on March 25, 2010, VA published a proposed regulation to establish B cell leukemias (includes chronic lymphocytic leukemia, hairy cell leukemia and others) as associated with Agent Orange exposure. Eligible Vietnam Veterans may receive disability compensation for other B cell leukemias when the regulation is final.Diabetes Mellitus (Type 2) A disease characterized by high blood sugar levels resulting from the body’s inability to respond properly to the hormone insulin.Hodgkin’s Disease A malignant lymphoma (cancer) characterized by progressive enlargement of the lymph nodes, liver, and spleen, and by progressive anemia.Ischemic Heart Disease A disease characterized by a reduced supply of blood to the heart, that leads to chest pain. On March 25, 2010, VA published a proposed regulation that will establish ischemic heart disease as associated with Agent Orange exposure. Eligible Vietnam Veterans may receive disability compensation for this disease when the regulation is final.Multiple Myeloma A disorder which causes an overproduction of certain proteins from white blood cells.Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma A group of cancers that affect the lymph glands and other lymphatic tissue.Parkinson’s Disease A motor system condition with symptoms that include a trembling of the hands, imbalance, and loss of facial expression. On March 25, 2010, VA published a proposed regulation that will establish Parkinson's disease as associated with Agent Orange exposure. Eligible Vietnam Veterans may receive disability compensation for this disease when the regulation is final.Porphyria Cutanea Tarda A disorder characterized by liver dysfunction and by thinning and blistering of the skin in sun-exposed areas. Under VA's rating regulations, it must be at least 10% disabling within 1 year of exposure to Agent Orange.Prostate Cancer Cancer of the prostate; one of the most common cancers among men.Respiratory Cancers Cancers of the lung, larynx, trachea, and bronchus.Soft Tissue Sarcoma (other than Osteosarcoma, Chondrosarcoma, Kaposi’s sarcoma, or Mesothelioma) A group of different types of cancers in body tissues such as muscle, fat, blood and lymph vessels, and connective tissues. back to top Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) is not associated with Agent Orange exposure. However, VA has recognized ALS diagnosed in Veterans with 90 days or more of continuously active service in the military was caused by their military service. Learn about benefits for ALS, including VA health care benefits and disability compensation and other non-health benefits. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stillhere Posted June 24, 2010 Share Posted June 24, 2010 if you can proof your In Country status then yes you qualify. If you can not proof "boots on ground" or in country time by way of your dd-214 then you will not. Do you have papers that say you were in country? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
capted Posted June 25, 2010 Author Share Posted June 25, 2010 I qualify for the presumptive disability of prostate cancer due to flying out of Saigon during the time frame. I know it is a service connected disability but is it a combat related disability? I flew in a combat zone and had "boots on the ground". The Florida statute clearly states that I must have a combat related disability to qualify for real estate tax exemption. I want to know what I'm talking about before I talk to the Florida people. It's not as clear as an injury due to combat operations. Thanks, capted if you can proof your In Country status then yes you qualify. If you can not proof "boots on ground" or in country time by way of your dd-214 then you will not. Do you have papers that say you were in country? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stillhere Posted June 25, 2010 Share Posted June 25, 2010 I qualify for the presumptive disability of prostate cancer due to flying out of Saigon during the time frame. I know it is a service connected disability but is it a combat related disability? I flew in a combat zone and had "boots on the ground". The Florida statute clearly states that I must have a combat related disability to qualify for real estate tax exemption. I want to know what I'm talking about before I talk to the Florida people. It's not as clear as an injury due to combat operations. Thanks, capted I would suggest that yes you are combat because you flew missions in a combat area. You should be able to call the 800# and get the letter you need. Are you rated at 100% now? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Hoping you guys will go by the rule that there are no dumb questions!
I have googled all over and can't find a definitive answer.
If I flew out of Vietnam and got shot at, is my 40 something years later prostate cancer considered combat related as well as service related?
Still waiting on VA decision, of course.
VA clinic here in Viera has been great. Didn't know I qualified but was told to
apply. Had orientation and VA ID card in less than a month.
There are a few state of Florida perks for combat related disabilities.
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