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Q704: I served as a radioman on Guam island in 1956 & 1957. Our base was next to Andersen AFB. Many years ago I was diagnosed with adult leukemia. Could that have been the result of exposure from usage of AO used around Andersen's perimeter? As of now no treatment has been needed but I am still monitored on a regular basis. A lot of our free time then was spent roaming the dense areas between Andersen and NAVCOMSTA. Thank you!
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A1: Yes, it is highly likely you were exposed to Agent orange and other similar herbicides on Guam, not just because they sprayed it on the perimeter of the Air Base, but because Guam is now acknowledged as a storage and staging site for the AO spraying missions. If you are not already registered, get signed up for the VA's Agent Orange registry, and go see your local Veterans Service Officer and file a claim. (DJ) 4/28/21