Understanding the PACT Act: Expanded VA Benefits for Veterans Exposed to Toxins
The PACT Act presumes service connection for cancers, respiratory illnesses like COPD and asthma, and hypertension in Veterans exposed to burn pits, Agent Orange, and other toxins, while mandating toxic exposure screenings every five years to guide claims and care.
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·April 15, 2026·1 min readThe PACT Act presumes service connection for cancers, respiratory illnesses like COPD and asthma, and hypertension in Veterans exposed to burn pits, Agent Orange, and other toxins, while mandating toxic exposure screenings every five years to guide claims and care.
Source: news va. Original: https://news.va.gov/146174/i-never-let-breast-cancer-disable-me/

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