![]() Non-military former deployers who believe a health condition may be job-related should work with their employer to file for workers’ compensation if they qualify. In the meantime, all Federal Government civilian employees and contractor personnel who were possibly exposed to airborne hazards, including open burn pits, and have concerns about an exposure or possible deployment-related illness or injury, should seek medical attention and contact the agency or company that employed them during the relevant deployment(s). VA and DoD will continue to evaluate available science and update outreach materials such as this website with new findings. ![]() However, the results obtained from health assessments completed by participating Veterans and Servicemembers and the accompanying research might be beneficial to other individuals who also deployed. Public Law 112-260 Section 201, the law that established the Registry, limits participation to individuals who deployed as members of the Armed Forces. If you are a Veteran or inactive/separated National Guard or Reservist, are not enrolled in the VA Health Care System and would like to schedule an initial no-cost medical evaluation, please contact a VA Environmental Health Coordinator (EHC) in your area by visiting this link: Why should I participate in the Airborne Hazards and Open Burn Pit Registry? If you are a Veteran or inactive/separated National Guard or Reservist, and you are enrolled in the VA Health Care System, you should contact your primary care physician or Patient Aligned Care Team (PACT) to schedule an appointment for a medical evaluation. The VA will provide a voluntary medical evaluation upon request. Reserve Component members (Army and Air National Guard, and Reserve): Whether discharged or still serving, these individuals will be managed by the VA in the same manner as other Veterans. Please note a medical evaluation is NOT required to be in the registry. You should state that you are calling for an appointment specifically to address “health concerns related to the Airborne Hazards and Open Burn Pit Registry exposures.” DoD will provide you with a voluntary medical evaluation upon request. Find the nearest Environmental Health Coordinator by visiting the following link: Īctive Duty (Active Duty Servicemembers, including activated Reserve and Guard personnel): If you have any health or exposure concerns, you may contact your local military hospital or clinic to schedule an appointment for a voluntary medical evaluation. ![]() Veterans who are not already enrolled should contact an Environmental Health Coordinator at the nearest VA medical center. Veterans who are already enrolled in VA health care should talk to their primary care provider or Patient Aligned Care Team (PACT) to schedule an appointment for a medical evaluation. Veterans: Medical professionals with expertise in military exposures and health care benefits are available at VA medical centers. If you are experiencing any urgent symptoms, such as difficulty breathing or chest pains, you should go to the nearest emergency room, call 911, or contact your primary care manager for instructions. If you are a Veteran or Servicemember experiencing difficulties receiving the correct deployment information and have deployed during the outlined deployment periods stated above, we ask for your patience while we continue to address technical approaches to solving any challenges.
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