VA Updates

VA Claim Updates

VETERANS WHO SERVED AT CAMP LEJEUNE, NC FROM AUG 1, 1953 – DEC 31, 1987

VA amended its adjudication regulations to add certain diseases associated with contaminants present in the base water supply at U.S. Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, from August 1, 1953, to December 31, 1987. This final rule establishes that veterans, former reservists, and former National Guard members, who served at Camp Lejeune for no less than 30 days (consecutive or nonconsecutive) during this period and who have been diagnosed with any of eight associated diseases, are presumed to have incurred or aggravated the disease in service for purposes of entitlement to VA benefits. In addition, this final rule establishes a presumption that these individuals were disabled during the relevant period of service for purposes of establishing active military service for benefits purposes. Under this presumption, affected former reservists and National Guard members have veteran status for purposes of entitlement to some VA benefits.

Presumptive illnesses for Camp Lejeune

Kidney cancer
Liver Cancer
Non-Hodgkin's lymphoma
Leukemia
Multiple Myeloma
Scleroderma
Parkinson's disease
Aplastic Anemia/Myelodysplastic syndromes


PACT Act Presumptive


Compact act

VA COMPACT Act — Immediate Help When It Matters Most

The VA COMPACT Act allows eligible veterans and former service members experiencing an acute suicidal crisis to go to any VA or non-VA emergency room for immediate care. VA enrollment, prior authorization, and service-connected status are not required. The VA will cover emergency treatment, including transportation if needed, plus up to 30 days of inpatient care and 90 days of outpatient follow-up care related to the crisis.

Who qualifies:
Veterans and former service members discharged under conditions other than dishonorable, including National Guard and Reserve members with qualifying service, who are experiencing an acute suicidal crisis.

What To Do in a Crisis

  • Call 911 if there is immediate danger

  • Go to the nearest emergency room (VA or non-VA)

  • Call or text 988, then press 1 for the Veterans Crisis Line

Miami County Veterans Services is here to help veterans and families understand their benefits and connect to support before, during, and after a crisis.