What are the presumptive conditions for burn pit exposure?

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) recognizes certain conditions as "presumptive" in relation to burn pit exposure. This means that if a veteran served in a location where burn pits were used and has been diagnosed with one of these conditions, the VA presumes that the condition is related to their military service, and the veteran does not have to prove a direct link between their service and their condition. The current presumptive conditions related to burn pit exposure are:

1. Lung cancer

2. Bronchioloalveolar carcinoma

3. Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)

4. Constrictive bronchiolitis

5. Emphysema

6. Chronic bronchitis

7. Interstitial lung disease

8. Asthma

It is important to note that this list is subject to change as more research is done and new information emerges about the effects of burn pit exposure. Also, veterans who served in Iraq, Afghanistan, Djibouti, and other locations in Southwest Asia and Afghanistan, as well as on certain U.S. Navy ships are eligible for certain health care and disability compensation for exposure to burn pits. If a veteran believes that their medical conditions may be related to burn pit exposure, they should consult with their VA healthcare provider and file a claim with the VA.