44 The Use and Effects of Agent Orange in Vietnam Cain W Crouse Herbicides were sprayed by military forces of the United States during the Vietnam War () A debate has been waged since the early 70's as to whether the use herbicides are associated with diabetes, cancer, birth defects, and other serious ailments While thisAgent Orange Effects and Presumptive Service Connection The Agent Orange Act of 1991 established presumptive service connection for veterans who served during certain time periods in specific locations and have been diagnosed with one of the above conditions Presumption of exposure means that veterans who served in these locations, at certain times, do not have to The Vietnam Red Cross estimates that Agent Orange has affected 3 million Vietnamese people, including at least 150,000 children Babies in Vietnam are still being born with birth defects due to
Agent Orange In Waterways Of South Vietnam
