What is Agent Orange and why is it so called?

Agent Orange was a herbicide mixture used by the U.S. military during the Vietnam War. Much of it contained a dangerous chemical contaminant called dioxin. As many U.S.Vietnam-era veterans know, dioxin is a highly toxic and persistent organic pollutant linked to cancers, diabetes, birth defects and other disabilities.

How many have died from Agent Orange?

Vietnam reports that some 400,000 people have suffered death or permanent injury from exposure to Agent Orange. Furthermore, it is estimated that 2,000,000 people have suffered from illnesses caused by exposure and that half a million babies were born with birth defects due to the effects of Agent Orange.

What diseases come from Agent Orange?

Diabetes, Parkinson’s disease, and several forms of cancer are among the diseases caused by Agent Orange. If you were exposed to Agent Orange during military service, you may qualify for VA disability benefits.

What did Agent Orange do to humans?

It is universally known to be a carcinogen (a cancer-causing agent). Short-term exposure to dioxin can cause darkening of the skin, liver problems and a severe acne-like skin disease called chloracne.

Can Agent Orange be passed to offspring?

There is currently no definitive evidence that a father’s exposure to Agent Orange exposure causes birth defects. However, an analysis of Agent Orange registry data from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) suggests a link between males’ exposure to Agent Orange and having children with certain birth defects.

What is the disability rating for Agent Orange exposure?

The VA rates active cancer at the 100 percent disability rating, but many other conditions can be linked to Agent Orange which can receive their own rating. You can receive additional money if you have a spouse, children, or dependent parents.

Can Agent Orange be detected in blood?

Elevated blood TCDD levels, probably related to Agent Orange exposure, can be detected between two and three decades after potential exposure in some American veterans. Original levels were estimated to be 35-1,500-fold greater that that of the general population (4 ppt, lipid) at the time of exposure.

What is the life expectancy of a Vietnam veteran?

There are about to be a WHOLE lot less veterans and posts as the Vietnam-era generation dies. So, the apex Vietnam-era veteran will be 78.6 around Sep.

What is the disability rating for Agent Orange?