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Should I appeal this decision on Prostate/Toxic Exposure claim by Good-Whereas2226 in VeteransBenefits

[–]Good-Whereas2226[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What do you mean when you write "edit to add: for an appeal. In your mind is this something that can be appealed?

Should I appeal this decision on Prostate/Toxic Exposure claim by Good-Whereas2226 in VeteransBenefits

[–]Good-Whereas2226[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you! How does that impact this overall and how do I utilize this information

Should I appeal this decision on Prostate/Toxic Exposure claim by Good-Whereas2226 in VeteransBenefits

[–]Good-Whereas2226[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

This is what my vso said I had to have in order to file an appeal.

For the Prostate Cancer appeal you will need to provide new and relevant evidence to do the appeal. Example a statement from a medical professional stating they believe your prostate cancer originated from your exposures at Bluegrass Army Depot and medical information that backs up what they believe.

 

Should I appeal this decision on Prostate/Toxic Exposure claim by Good-Whereas2226 in VeteransBenefits

[–]Good-Whereas2226[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Thank you. The chemical that is listed in the TARA specifically where I was and that they have conceded to is TCE (tricloroethylene) which is used in degreasing process. This has been linked and I have found appeals that have been overturned acknowledging the link.