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Common conditions: War-related exposure, open burn pit exposure, airborne hazards exposure, Gulf War-related exposure, Gulf War Illness, Agent Orange exposure, radiation exposure, Camp

Lejeune contaminated water exposure We provide a quick screening to identify any potential exposures to toxins during your military service. The screening takes 5 to 10 minutes. We’ll inform

you and your VA health care team of any possible exposures. We’ll also connect you to more resources if you have any concerns. CARE WE PROVIDE AT VA CARIBBEAN HEALTHCARE SYSTEM Toxic

exposure screenings are available:  Every Veteran enrolled in VA health care will receive an initial screening and a follow-up screening at least once every 5 years. Veterans who are not

enrolled and who meet eligibility requirements will have an opportunity to enroll and receive the screening.   The screening will ask you if you think you were exposed to any of these

hazards while serving: * Open burn pits and other airborne hazards * Gulf War-related exposures * Agent Orange * Radiation * Camp Lejeune contaminated water exposure * Other exposures We’ll

then give you information about any benefits, registry exams, and clinical resources you may need. Ask about the screening at your next VA health care appointment. If you don’t have an

upcoming appointment, or if you want to get the screening sooner, contact: GET YOUR TOXIC EXPOSURE SCREENING  All Veterans enrolled in VA health care can receive a toxic exposure screening

at an upcoming appointment or sooner by contacting a Toxic Exposure Screening Navigator. All enrolled Veterans should receive the screening at least once every five years. It’s a quick 5-10

minute screening to identify any potential exposures to toxins during your military service.  Depending on your response, you may be connected to support and resources, including a review by

your primary care team.  TES NAVIGATORS ENVIRONMENTAL REGISTRY * Christian Alvarez-Placeres, Advance MSA Tel: , 131978 VA HEALTHCARE ENROLLMENT * Gustavo Perez-Guzman, PSA Tel: ,131978 

POTENTIAL EXPOSURES COULD INCLUDE: NOT ENROLLED IN VA HEALTH CARE? VA health care covers care for your physical and mental health. This includes a range of services from checkups to

surgeries to home health care. It also includes prescriptions and medical equipment. Apply online now. FILE FOR DISABILITY File for disability compensation with VA Form 21-526EZ LEARN MORE

ABOUT THE PACT ACT The PACT Act is a new law that expands VA health care and benefits for Veterans exposed to burn pits, Agent Orange, and other toxic substances. Learn more at The PACT Act

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