Tens of thousands of Vietnam veterans with ischemic heart disease, Parkinson's disease or B cell leukemia should file claims now with the Department of Veterans Affairs for disability compensation. I am urging the swift filing of claims because veterans found eligible for disability pay for these diseases will be able to receive compensation back to the date their claims were filed.

Contact your local Veterans Service Officer for assistance. There is a list on the contact us page of people who can help you free of charge.