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Presumptive diseases, what are they and how to they affect your claim. The VA accepts some diseases contracted from service in certain areas or exposure from some chemicals. They are constantly being updated. Here is an update.

February 20, 2022 William N Hodges, Jackie Imboden, Acting Asst. Director VA Policies and Procedures Season 2 Episode 48
Veterans Corner Radio
Presumptive diseases, what are they and how to they affect your claim. The VA accepts some diseases contracted from service in certain areas or exposure from some chemicals. They are constantly being updated. Here is an update.
Show Notes

Jackie Imboden, Acting Asst. Director VA Policies and Procedures shares with you the latest on presumptive conditions both from Vietnam and also from more recent actions involving Iraq, Afghanistan, and other middle eastern countries.  Congress has finally added three new presumptive conditions and in addition, the Secretary of the VA, being proactive, has recognized three more due to exposure to Particulate Matter on our more recent deployments. Learn the time frames and who families can now file for assistance and compensation in this matter. 

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