What types of conditions are covered under the VA’s Agent Orange Exposure Program?

The Agent Orange Exposure Program administered by the VA specifically addresses health conditions associated with exposure to Agent Orange during the Vietnam War. This program recognizes certain diseases widely believed to be linked to the herbicide usage, focusing primarily on specific conditions that have been scientifically studied and confirmed to have a causal relationship with Agent Orange.

Conditions like certain cancers (specifically, types like prostate cancer, respiratory cancers, and more), diabetes mellitus type 2, and ischemic heart disease are included in the list of presumptive conditions. This means that if a veteran who served in Vietnam develops one of these conditions, the VA presumes that the illness is related to their exposure to Agent Orange, simplifying the claims process for those veterans.

In contrast, the other options mention conditions that do not fall under the Agent Orange Exposure Program's specific criteria. Asthma and chronic bronchitis, while they may arise from various exposures or situations, are not officially recognized as conditions connected to Agent Orange. Similarly, conditions related to physical injuries or general service do not pertain to the unique exposures associated with Agent Orange and thus fall outside the scope of this specific program.