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Many Vietnam veterans returned to the states and went on to have families, only to find later on that they were exposed to Agent Orange. This raised the question, "Can Agent Orange be passed to children?" The answer is yes, Agent Orange is passed to children in some cases where one parent is a Vietnam veteran.
Children of Agent Orange fathers can suffer many types of birth defects, and children of veterans exposed to Agent Orange can also develop conditions related to the defoliant later on in life. The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has recognized this through their research and has taken steps to allow for children of Agent Orange fathers and mothers to qualify for disability benefits.
Symptoms in Children of Agent Orange Fathers
When Agent Orange is passed to children during conception, it can cause serious birth defects. Spina bifida is one of the main conditions that can result when either parent was exposed to Agent Orange during the Vietnam War.
There are also several other birth defects that can result when the mother was exposed, including:
Later on in life, cancer, diabetes, and many other conditions have been connected to a parents' service in Vietnam. Since the VA's "final rule" states that Vietnam veterans themselves are presumed to have been exposed to Agent Orange, when many of them ask, "Can Agent Orange be passed to my children?" the answer is often yes.
Seeking Benefits as Children of Veterans Exposed to Agent Orange
If one or both of your parents were Vietnam veterans there is a high chance that they were exposed to Agent Orange. Even if they did not suffer any conditions themselves, it is possible that you are a case where Agent Orange was passed to children of Vietnam veterans.
To determine if you qualify for compensation for disability benefits through the VA, you should speak to a Florida veterans' disability attorney to discuss your case. You will need evidence that your parents served in the Vietnam War era, as well as medical proof of your conditions.
Considering filing a claim with the VA can be complicated and time-consuming, it's best to work with an attorney from the start to make sure your claim is handled properly and you are given the rights of children of Agent Orange fathers.
Contacting a Florida Veterans Disability Attorney
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Soldiers can return home with a number of conditions, injuries, and aggravated preexisting conditions. If you believe you have a service-connected physical or psychological injury you may be entitled to Veterans’ Disability Compensation.
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