Agent Orange Infertility – For the hearts that Ache; but may still find joy

On May 1, 2013 By Q.A.S

Agent Orange & Infertility – Issues all too common for children of Vietnam Veterans

Today my words are meant to help uplift, empower and heal you. I know the feelings written here personally and it has hurt me in the past. I would like to give you some helpful ideas on how you can help children. How you can have them be a part of your life. How you can help them to fulfill their dreams, goals and lives even if you cannot have your own.

Recently I lost another child and finally put into motion a means that I would not concieve again to avoid the pain. I wanted to have my husbands child so badly that I could almost see him already. I felt that he was almost here and I could reach out and touch him and change my life. It was a boy I know that and it tore me open. I cried for weeks about this and I just want you to know that I truly understand how hard it is. This was not my first loss of a child but this one hurt the most.

I have had my share of trouble conceiving a child and then when I could was not able to carry to term. I made some changes in my lifestyle without the intention of having a baby at that time. I got rid of all the chemicals and animal products and voila ..side effect I was pregnant. I was so excited and happy. Then I found out the truth about what was happening and in the end I kissed my child goodbye and told him through tears that I was so sorry that I couldn’t be the mother that he had chosen.

I dealt with that pain and came out the other end knowing that I am here for another reason. That as much as my whole life i heard things like *Oh my god you will make such a good mom* to *You are so maternal* Why can’t I help children or adopt them and give them a better life? Why can’t I be their teacher and inspiration? Why can’t I help other people who feel like i do? I thought about it for months and came to the conclusion that I could do all and any of these things that I wanted to. The only limitation in place is what you believe there is. You can accomplish so much more than you may even realize.

I think that it is very important to remember that you may not be able to have your own child. But there are millions upon millions that could benefit from the love you hold in your heart for the ones you cannot have. They are just there waiting for you to find them, to lift them up and out of their desperate circumstances. To show them a better world and a kinder heart than they may have seen. So long as your choice is kindness and love towards a lonely or hurt child it is a good one.

These links will be a road that you may choose to go down. Remember while you do that just as you may feel alone and without joy and love, there are many children that feel the same exact way that you do. You hold this amazing gift in your hands and it is called free will. You can choose to gift and uplift and show these young people that they may suffer and that life is difficult but it is also filled with surprising kindnesses and gentle loving people.

http://kids-alliance.org/

http://www.casaforchildren.org/site/c.mtJSJ7MPIsE/b.5301295/k.BE9A/Home.htm

http://www.shiningstarsfoundation.org/how-to-help-1/volunteer/

http://www.ymca.net/volunteer

I try to think what the reasons could be as to why people cannot have children. There are so many it would take a very long time to cover even half of the reasons. But I think that while it is a heartbreaking thing to have to realize there is a reason I believe. We are here to help others. We are here to look at and find children that need us and just help them in any way we can. Mourn your losses and move on it is the best thing you can do for yourself. It may sound harsh but that is the truth. You are here for another potential purpose. Perhaps you are meant to be Father or Mother to the children of the world. Perhaps you were given a gift instead. One that could make a huge difference in the world. Have you considered that?

We are all here just floating around and sometimes we see something. We stop and look at it and examine it closely because it speaks to us. Loving other human being that may not be your blood is one of those things that passes by us. We should stop and examine it and see what we can do to help others and in doing so heal ourselves.

http://www.freearts.org/volunteers

http://www.pageahead.org/volunteer.php

I have been amazed at how many things we can do to help children. We could just type in volunteer to help children and find out for yourselves what is out there. What we can do to make a difference in the lives of so many children that lack hope. Because they have been hurt so badly that they find trusting someone difficult. But if this is what you want to do then there is nothing stopping you from helping someone else. Imagine the power that you possess! You could change the life of another human being for the better!

http://www.freethechildren.com/get-involved/

You could volunteer at your local school. See if they need any help and do what you can. If you have medical problems and I know that many of you do then tell them your limitations. Many would be happy to have the help from anyone. If they cannot work with you then keep trying and see what you might be able to start in your community. There is always some way to help others.

http://www.americaspromise.org/Act/Volunteer.aspx

http://www.abetterchance.org/abetterchance.aspx?pgID=963

http://www.mentoring.org/get_involved/become_a_mentor/volunteer_referral_service

http://www.bbbs.org/site/c.9iILI3NGKhK6F/b.5962345/k.E123/Volunteer_to_start_something.htm

I am including as many things that I can find that you could go out and do for yourself. Helping others can help to heal your own suffering. That is a proven fact in this world. If you reach out and help another human being you heal a hurt inside of you. These children that you help will not forget you or the things that you do to try and help them. I know you are hurting inside and I understand and this is a way to heal what is ailing you and your heart. Couples can benefit from this as well. Reach out and take a chance!

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GMO LEGISLATION Genetically Engineered Food Right-to-Know Act Endorsed By COVVHA

On April 25, 2013 By Children Of Vietnam Veterans Health Alliance

Genetically Engineered Food Right-to-Know Act

Take Action and make your voice heard now!!!!!!

All Legislation Endorsed and/or Opposed Has Been Approved and Reviewed by Kelly L. Derricks

It has never been easier to write your State Representative and share your position on current legislation. C.O.V.V.H.A. has been making it even easier for members, fans and followers!! The days of getting your pens and papers out to send your letters are over!!!

An “action page” link has been set up for the Genetically Engineered Food Right-to-Know Act H.R.1699 & S.809 which takes you directly to the specific legislation as well as an area for your Name, Zip Code, and YOUR VOTE. That’s it!!! You hit enter and your information is sent directly to your State Representative in letter form which you will receive a copy of via email.

Your VOICE does count, PLEASE, use it!!!

Kelly L. Derricks (T.T.)

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I personally casted both of my votes and included the following statement to the United States House and Senate: I support H.R. 1699 (“To amend the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to require that genetically engineered food”) because… GMO foods are engineered with health threatening compounds and chemicals and then sprayed with half of the chemical compound used in the production of AGENT ORANGE. The U.S. Gov’t killed my Father at the age of 37 after serving in the Vietnam War. Agent Orange/DIOXIN was passed through his sperm mutating my DNA. I have to fight for my life every single day with more than 30 diagnosed illnesses at the age of 38 and so do tens of thousands of other Children of Vietnam Veterans who were exposed. Now the gov’t doesn’t care that we are being DOUBLE EXPOSED. That’s Capital Murder if you ask me. You’ll see me standing in a court room bringing charges of Murder against the United States Govt before you see me standing down on GMO.

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AGENT ORANGE DARK MATTERS TWISTED BUT TRUE

AGENT ORANGE – The Accidental Inventor – VIDEO

On April 19, 2013 By Children Of Vietnam Veterans Health Alliance

Dark Matters Season 3 Episode 1, Agent Orange – The Accidental Inventor
Synopsis: A chemical that speeds up the flowering process in soybeans turns into a weapon during Vietnam.
Original air date: November 22, 2012

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Tw8OS925lUY

Dark Matters: Twisted But True is a television series featured on the Science Channel. Hosted by actor John Noble of Fringe and Lord of the Rings, the show takes the viewer inside the laboratory to profile strange science and expose some of history’s most bizarre experiments. This show uses narration and reenactments to portray the stories in this show

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Agent Orange, Children Of Vietnam Veterans, Monsanto, GMO – The Video That Explains Everything

On December 18, 2012 By Children Of Vietnam Veterans Health Alliance

On October 16, 2011, Kelly L. Derricks (TRUTH TELLER) traveled to New York City where she gave a public speech about Agent Orange after being invited by Millions Against Monsanto to participate in the rally event for World Food Day. Below is the video recording of that speech.

Kelly has battled severe health issues since she was born that continue today. Some of her illnesses, presumed to be associated with the inter-generational effects of Agent Orange, include but are not limited to the following:

• Chronic kidney disease
• Crohn’s disease
• Addison’s disease
• Congenital adrenal hyperplaysia
• Intersticial cystitis.

*Her complete list of illnesses staggers to 30 different things.

Kelly continues to fight for the Children of Vietnam Veterans as well as Vietnam Veterans and their families. In January of 2012 She Co-Founded The Non-Profit Organization (COVVHA) Children Of Vietnam Veterans Health Alliance INC

Visit The Main Website At WWW.COVVHA.NET

https://www.youtube.com/user/teppnme?feature=watch

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Agent Orange Dioxin & GMO News September – October

On October 8, 2012 By Children Of Vietnam Veterans Health Alliance

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MONSANTO FUNDS GIVEN AGAINST CALIFORNIA PROP 37: COALITION AGAINST THE DECEPTIVE FOOD LABELING SCHEME, SPONSORED BY FARMERS AND FOOD PRODUCERS

On August 15, 2012 By Children Of Vietnam Veterans Health Alliance

http://cal-access.sos.ca.gov/Campaign/Committees/Detail.aspx?id=1344135&session=2011&view=late1

Late and $5000+ Contributions Received

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DEAN FOODS COMPANY			DALLAS	TX / 75204
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MCCAIN FOODS USA, INC.			LISLE	IL / 60532
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MARS FOOD NORTH AMERICA			RANCHO DOMINGUEZ	CA / 90220
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LAND O’LAKES, INC.			ARDEN HILLS	MN / 55126
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KNOUSE FOODS COOPERATIVE, INC.			PEACH GLEN	PA / 17375
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NAME OF CONTRIBUTOR			CITY	STATE/ZIP
KELLOGG COMPANY			BATTLE CREEK	MI / 49016
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THE J.M. SMUCKER COMPANY			ORRVILLE	OH / 44667
ID NUMBER	EMPLOYER		OCCUPATION

AMOUNT	TYPE	TRANS. DATE	FILED DATE	TRANS #
$367,604.16	AMENDMENT #1	8/3/2012	8/14/2012	1684393-IDT81
$367,604.16	INITIAL	8/3/2012	8/10/2012	1684393-IDT81

NAME OF CONTRIBUTOR			CITY	STATE/ZIP
HORMEL FOODS CORPORATION			AUSTIN	MN / 55912
ID NUMBER	EMPLOYER		OCCUPATION

AMOUNT	TYPE	TRANS. DATE	FILED DATE	TRANS #
$94,380.71	AMENDMENT #1	8/3/2012	8/14/2012	1684393-IDT77
$94,380.71	INITIAL	8/3/2012	8/10/2012	1684393-IDT77

NAME OF CONTRIBUTOR			CITY	STATE/ZIP
HERSHEY COMPANY			HERSHEY	PA / 17033
ID NUMBER	EMPLOYER		OCCUPATION

AMOUNT	TYPE	TRANS. DATE	FILED DATE	TRANS #
$102,906.72	AMENDMENT #1	8/3/2012	8/14/2012	1684393-IDT76
$102,906.72	INITIAL	8/3/2012	8/10/2012	1684393-IDT76

NAME OF CONTRIBUTOR			CITY	STATE/ZIP
HERO NORTH AMERICA			AMSTERDAM	NY / 12010
ID NUMBER	EMPLOYER		OCCUPATION

AMOUNT	TYPE	TRANS. DATE	FILED DATE	TRANS #
$21,044.96	AMENDMENT #1	8/3/2012	8/14/2012	1684393-IDT75
$21,044.96	INITIAL	8/3/2012	8/10/2012	1684393-IDT75

NAME OF CONTRIBUTOR			CITY	STATE/ZIP
GODIVA CHOCOLATIER, INC.			NEW YORK	NY / 10017
ID NUMBER	EMPLOYER		OCCUPATION

AMOUNT	TYPE	TRANS. DATE	FILED DATE	TRANS #
$11,121.53	AMENDMENT #1	8/3/2012	8/14/2012	1684393-IDT74
$11,121.53	INITIAL	8/3/2012	8/10/2012	1684393-IDT74

NAME OF CONTRIBUTOR			CITY	STATE/ZIP
GENERAL MILLS, INC.			GOLDEN VALLEY	MN / 55426
ID NUMBER	EMPLOYER		OCCUPATION

AMOUNT	TYPE	TRANS. DATE	FILED DATE	TRANS #
$500,000.00	AMENDMENT #1	8/3/2012	8/14/2012	1684393-IDT73
$500,000.00	INITIAL	8/3/2012	8/10/2012	1684393-IDT73

NAME OF CONTRIBUTOR			CITY	STATE/ZIP
DOLE PACKAGED FOODS COMPANY			WESTLAKE VILLAGE	CA / 91362
ID NUMBER	EMPLOYER		OCCUPATION

AMOUNT	TYPE	TRANS. DATE	FILED DATE	TRANS #
$45,580.05	AMENDMENT #1	8/3/2012	8/14/2012	1684393-IDT72
$45,580.05	INITIAL	8/3/2012	8/10/2012	1684393-IDT72

NAME OF CONTRIBUTOR			CITY	STATE/ZIP
DEL MONTE FOODS COMPANY			SAN FRANCISCO	CA / 94111
ID NUMBER	EMPLOYER		OCCUPATION

AMOUNT	TYPE	TRANS. DATE	FILED DATE	TRANS #
$175,574.33	AMENDMENT #1	8/3/2012	8/14/2012	1684393-IDT71
$175,574.33	INITIAL	8/3/2012	8/10/2012	1684393-IDT71

NAME OF CONTRIBUTOR			CITY	STATE/ZIP
DEAN FOODS COMPANY			DALLAS	TX / 75204
ID NUMBER	EMPLOYER		OCCUPATION

AMOUNT	TYPE	TRANS. DATE	FILED DATE	TRANS #
$66,143.16	AMENDMENT #1	8/3/2012	8/14/2012	1684393-IDT70
$66,143.16	INITIAL	8/3/2012	8/10/2012	1684393-IDT70

NAME OF CONTRIBUTOR			CITY	STATE/ZIP
CONAGRA FOODS			OMAHA	NE / 68102
ID NUMBER	EMPLOYER		OCCUPATION

AMOUNT	TYPE	TRANS. DATE	FILED DATE	TRANS #
$500,000.00	AMENDMENT #1	8/3/2012	8/14/2012	1684393-IDT69
$500,000.00	INITIAL	8/3/2012	8/10/2012	1684393-IDT69

NAME OF CONTRIBUTOR			CITY	STATE/ZIP
COCA-COLA NORTH AMERICA			ATLANTA	GA / 30313
ID NUMBER	EMPLOYER		OCCUPATION

AMOUNT	TYPE	TRANS. DATE	FILED DATE	TRANS #
$500,000.00	AMENDMENT #1	8/3/2012	8/14/2012	1684393-IDT68
$500,000.00	INITIAL	8/3/2012	8/10/2012	1684393-IDT68

NAME OF CONTRIBUTOR			CITY	STATE/ZIP
CARGILL, INC.			WAYZATA	MN / 55391
ID NUMBER	EMPLOYER		OCCUPATION

AMOUNT	TYPE	TRANS. DATE	FILED DATE	TRANS #
$52,069.51	AMENDMENT #1	8/3/2012	8/14/2012	1684393-IDT67
$52,069.51	INITIAL	8/3/2012	8/10/2012	1684393-IDT67

NAME OF CONTRIBUTOR			CITY	STATE/ZIP
CAMPBELL SOUP COMPANY			CAMDEN	NJ / 08103
ID NUMBER	EMPLOYER		OCCUPATION

AMOUNT	TYPE	TRANS. DATE	FILED DATE	TRANS #
$65,114.35	AMENDMENT #1	8/3/2012	8/14/2012	1684393-IDT66
$65,114.35	INITIAL	8/3/2012	8/10/2012	1684393-IDT66

NAME OF CONTRIBUTOR			CITY	STATE/ZIP
C. H. GUENTHER & SON, INC.			SAN ANTONIO	TX / 78291
ID NUMBER	EMPLOYER		OCCUPATION

AMOUNT	TYPE	TRANS. DATE	FILED DATE	TRANS #
$23,401.61	AMENDMENT #1	8/3/2012	8/14/2012	1684393-IDT65
$23,401.61	INITIAL	8/3/2012	8/10/2012	1684393-IDT65

NAME OF CONTRIBUTOR			CITY	STATE/ZIP
BUMBLE BEE FOODS, LLC			SAN DIEGO	CA / 92123
ID NUMBER	EMPLOYER		OCCUPATION

AMOUNT	TYPE	TRANS. DATE	FILED DATE	TRANS #
$98,073.62	AMENDMENT #1	8/3/2012	8/14/2012	1684393-IDT64
$98,073.62	INITIAL	8/3/2012	8/10/2012	1684393-IDT64

NAME OF CONTRIBUTOR			CITY	STATE/ZIP
BIMBO BAKERIES USA			HORSHAM	PA / 19044
ID NUMBER	EMPLOYER		OCCUPATION

AMOUNT	TYPE	TRANS. DATE	FILED DATE	TRANS #
$320,516.72	AMENDMENT #1	8/3/2012	8/14/2012	1684393-IDT63
$320,516.72	INITIAL	8/3/2012	8/10/2012	1684393-IDT63

NAME OF CONTRIBUTOR			CITY	STATE/ZIP
BAYER CROPSCIENCE			RESEARCH TRIANGLE PA	NC / 27709
ID NUMBER	EMPLOYER		OCCUPATION

AMOUNT	TYPE	TRANS. DATE	FILED DATE	TRANS #
$1,064,000.00	AMENDMENT #1	7/31/2012	8/14/2012	1684393-IDT62
$1,064,000.00	INITIAL	7/31/2012	8/10/2012	1684393-IDT62

NAME OF CONTRIBUTOR			CITY	STATE/ZIP
SYNGENTA CORPORATION			WASHINGTON	DC / 20006
ID NUMBER	EMPLOYER		OCCUPATION

AMOUNT	TYPE	TRANS. DATE	FILED DATE	TRANS #
$498,000.00	AMENDMENT #1	7/31/2012	8/14/2012	1684393-IDT61
$498,000.00	INITIAL	7/31/2012	8/10/2012	1684393-IDT61

NAME OF CONTRIBUTOR			CITY	STATE/ZIP
E.I. DUPONT DE NEMOURS & CO.			WASHINGTON	DC / 20004
ID NUMBER	EMPLOYER		OCCUPATION

AMOUNT	TYPE	TRANS. DATE	FILED DATE	TRANS #
$2,441,500.00	AMENDMENT #1	7/31/2012	8/14/2012	1684393-IDT60
$2,441,500.00	INITIAL	7/31/2012	8/10/2012	1684393-IDT60

NAME OF CONTRIBUTOR			CITY	STATE/ZIP
BASF PLANT SCIENCE			RESEARCH TRIANGLE PA	NC / 27709
ID NUMBER	EMPLOYER		OCCUPATION

AMOUNT	TYPE	TRANS. DATE	FILED DATE	TRANS #
$996,500.00	AMENDMENT #1	7/31/2012	8/14/2012	1684393-IDT59
$996,500.00	INITIAL	7/31/2012	8/10/2012	1684393-IDT59

NAME OF CONTRIBUTOR			CITY	STATE/ZIP
WM. WRIGLEY JR. COMPANY			CHICAGO	IL / 60610
ID NUMBER	EMPLOYER		OCCUPATION

AMOUNT	TYPE	TRANS. DATE	FILED DATE	TRANS #
$116,865.91	AMENDMENT #1	8/3/2012	8/14/2012	1684393-IDT100
$116,865.91	INITIAL	8/3/2012	8/10/2012	1684393-IDT100

NAME OF CONTRIBUTOR			CITY	STATE/ZIP
SARA LEE CORPORATION			DOWNERS GROVE	IL / 60515
ID NUMBER	EMPLOYER		OCCUPATION

AMOUNT	TYPE	TRANS. DATE	FILED DATE	TRANS #
$7,340.06	AMENDMENT #1	7/27/2012	8/14/2012	1679860-IDT55
$7,340.06	INITIAL	7/27/2012	7/31/2012	1679860-IDT55

NAME OF CONTRIBUTOR			CITY	STATE/ZIP
PINNACLE FOODS GROUP LLC			PARSIPPANY	NJ / 07054
ID NUMBER	EMPLOYER		OCCUPATION

AMOUNT	TYPE	TRANS. DATE	FILED DATE	TRANS #
$5,684.49	AMENDMENT #1	7/27/2012	8/14/2012	1679860-IDT51
$5,684.49	INITIAL	7/27/2012	7/31/2012	1679860-IDT51

NAME OF CONTRIBUTOR			CITY	STATE/ZIP
PEPSICO, INC.			PURCHASE	NY / 10577
ID NUMBER	EMPLOYER		OCCUPATION

AMOUNT	TYPE	TRANS. DATE	FILED DATE	TRANS #
$35,494.94	AMENDMENT #1	7/27/2012	8/14/2012	1679860-IDT50
$35,494.94	INITIAL	7/27/2012	7/31/2012	1679860-IDT50

NAME OF CONTRIBUTOR			CITY	STATE/ZIP
OCEAN SPRAY CRANBERRIES, INC.			LAKEVILLE-MIDDLEBORO	MA / 02349
ID NUMBER	EMPLOYER		OCCUPATION

AMOUNT	TYPE	TRANS. DATE	FILED DATE	TRANS #
$7,735.26	AMENDMENT #1	7/27/2012	8/14/2012	1679860-IDT49
$7,735.26	INITIAL	7/27/2012	7/31/2012	1679860-IDT49

NAME OF CONTRIBUTOR			CITY	STATE/ZIP
NESTLE USA, INC.			GLENDALE	CA / 91203
ID NUMBER	EMPLOYER		OCCUPATION

AMOUNT	TYPE	TRANS. DATE	FILED DATE	TRANS #
$24,184.46	AMENDMENT #1	7/27/2012	8/14/2012	1679860-IDT48
$24,184.46	INITIAL	7/27/2012	7/31/2012	1679860-IDT48

NAME OF CONTRIBUTOR			CITY	STATE/ZIP
MCCORMICK & COMPANY, INC.			SPARKS	MD / 21152
ID NUMBER	EMPLOYER		OCCUPATION

AMOUNT	TYPE	TRANS. DATE	FILED DATE	TRANS #
$5,302.10	AMENDMENT #1	7/27/2012	8/14/2012	1679860-IDT46
$5,302.10	INITIAL	7/27/2012	7/31/2012	1679860-IDT46

NAME OF CONTRIBUTOR			CITY	STATE/ZIP
KELLOGG COMPANY			BATTLE CREEK	MI / 49016
ID NUMBER	EMPLOYER		OCCUPATION

AMOUNT	TYPE	TRANS. DATE	FILED DATE	TRANS #
$13,080.78	AMENDMENT #1	7/27/2012	8/14/2012	1679860-IDT42
$13,080.78	INITIAL	7/27/2012	7/31/2012	1679860-IDT42

NAME OF CONTRIBUTOR			CITY	STATE/ZIP
THE J.M. SMUCKER COMPANY			ORRVILLE	OH / 44667
ID NUMBER	EMPLOYER		OCCUPATION

AMOUNT	TYPE	TRANS. DATE	FILED DATE	TRANS #
$8,024.26	AMENDMENT #1	7/27/2012	8/14/2012	1679860-IDT41
$8,024.26	INITIAL	7/27/2012	7/31/2012	1679860-IDT41

NAME OF CONTRIBUTOR			CITY	STATE/ZIP
HORMEL FOODS CORPORATION			AUSTIN	MN / 55912
ID NUMBER	EMPLOYER		OCCUPATION

AMOUNT	TYPE	TRANS. DATE	FILED DATE	TRANS #
$7,740.93	AMENDMENT #1	7/27/2012	8/14/2012	1679860-IDT37
$7,740.93	INITIAL	7/27/2012	7/31/2012	1679860-IDT37

NAME OF CONTRIBUTOR			CITY	STATE/ZIP
HERSHEY COMPANY			HERSHEY	PA / 17033
ID NUMBER	EMPLOYER		OCCUPATION

AMOUNT	TYPE	TRANS. DATE	FILED DATE	TRANS #
$8,440.22	AMENDMENT #1	7/27/2012	8/14/2012	1679860-IDT36
$8,440.22	INITIAL	7/27/2012	7/31/2012	1679860-IDT36

NAME OF CONTRIBUTOR			CITY	STATE/ZIP
GENERAL MILLS, INC.			GOLDEN VALLEY	MN / 55426
ID NUMBER	EMPLOYER		OCCUPATION

AMOUNT	TYPE	TRANS. DATE	FILED DATE	TRANS #
$19,401.17	AMENDMENT #1	7/27/2012	8/14/2012	1679860-IDT32
$19,401.17	INITIAL	7/27/2012	7/31/2012	1679860-IDT32

NAME OF CONTRIBUTOR			CITY	STATE/ZIP
DEL MONTE FOODS COMPANY			SAN FRANCISCO	CA / 94111
ID NUMBER	EMPLOYER		OCCUPATION

AMOUNT	TYPE	TRANS. DATE	FILED DATE	TRANS #
$14,400.28	AMENDMENT #1	7/27/2012	8/14/2012	1679860-IDT31
$14,400.28	INITIAL	7/27/2012	7/31/2012	1679860-IDT31

NAME OF CONTRIBUTOR			CITY	STATE/ZIP
DEAN FOODS COMPANY			DALLAS	TX / 75204
ID NUMBER	EMPLOYER		OCCUPATION

AMOUNT	TYPE	TRANS. DATE	FILED DATE	TRANS #
$5,424.94	AMENDMENT #1	7/27/2012	8/14/2012	1679860-IDT30
$5,424.94	INITIAL	7/27/2012	7/31/2012	1679860-IDT30

NAME OF CONTRIBUTOR			CITY	STATE/ZIP
CONAGRA FOODS			OMAHA	NE / 68102
ID NUMBER	EMPLOYER		OCCUPATION

AMOUNT	TYPE	TRANS. DATE	FILED DATE	TRANS #
$22,267.32	AMENDMENT #1	7/27/2012	8/14/2012	1679860-IDT29
$22,267.32	INITIAL	7/27/2012	7/31/2012	1679860-IDT29

NAME OF CONTRIBUTOR			CITY	STATE/ZIP
COCA-COLA NORTH AMERICA			ATLANTA	GA / 30313
ID NUMBER	EMPLOYER		OCCUPATION

AMOUNT	TYPE	TRANS. DATE	FILED DATE	TRANS #
$24,081.05	AMENDMENT #1	7/27/2012	8/14/2012	1679860-IDT28
$24,081.05	INITIAL	7/27/2012	7/31/2012	1679860-IDT28

NAME OF CONTRIBUTOR			CITY	STATE/ZIP
CAMPBELL SOUP COMPANY			CAMDEN	NJ / 08103
ID NUMBER	EMPLOYER		OCCUPATION

AMOUNT	TYPE	TRANS. DATE	FILED DATE	TRANS #
$5,340.56	AMENDMENT #1	7/27/2012	8/14/2012	1679860-IDT26
$5,340.56	INITIAL	7/27/2012	7/31/2012	1679860-IDT26

NAME OF CONTRIBUTOR			CITY	STATE/ZIP
BIMBO BAKERIES USA			HORSHAM	PA / 19044
ID NUMBER	EMPLOYER		OCCUPATION

AMOUNT	TYPE	TRANS. DATE	FILED DATE	TRANS #
$6,996.41	AMENDMENT #1	7/27/2012	8/14/2012	1679860-IDT24
$6,996.41	INITIAL	7/27/2012	7/31/2012	1679860-IDT24

NAME OF CONTRIBUTOR			CITY	STATE/ZIP
SYNGENTA CORPORATION			WASHINGTON	DC / 20006
ID NUMBER	EMPLOYER		OCCUPATION

AMOUNT	TYPE	TRANS. DATE	FILED DATE	TRANS #
$63,300.00	AMENDMENT #1	7/26/2012	8/14/2012	1679860-IDT23
$63,300.00	INITIAL	7/26/2012	7/31/2012	1679860-IDT23

NAME OF CONTRIBUTOR			CITY	STATE/ZIP
E.I. DUPONT DE NEMOURS & CO.			WASHINGTON	DC / 20004
ID NUMBER	EMPLOYER		OCCUPATION

AMOUNT	TYPE	TRANS. DATE	FILED DATE	TRANS #
$310,100.00	AMENDMENT #1	7/26/2012	8/14/2012	1679860-IDT22
$310,100.00	INITIAL	7/26/2012	7/31/2012	1679860-IDT22

NAME OF CONTRIBUTOR			CITY	STATE/ZIP
BASF PLANT SCIENCE			RESEARCH TRIANGLE PA	NC / 27709
ID NUMBER	EMPLOYER		OCCUPATION

AMOUNT	TYPE	TRANS. DATE	FILED DATE	TRANS #
$126,600.00	AMENDMENT #1	7/26/2012	8/14/2012	1679860-IDT21
$126,600.00	INITIAL	7/26/2012	7/31/2012	1679860-IDT21

NAME OF CONTRIBUTOR			CITY	STATE/ZIP
BIOTECHNOLOGY INDUSTRY ORGANIZATION			WASHINGTON	DC / 20024
ID NUMBER	EMPLOYER		OCCUPATION

AMOUNT	TYPE	TRANS. DATE	FILED DATE	TRANS #
$250,000.00	AMENDMENT #1	7/9/2012	7/27/2012	1670810-INC40

NAME OF CONTRIBUTOR			CITY	STATE/ZIP
COUNCIL FOR BIOTECHNOLOGY INFORMATION			WASHINGTON	DC / 20024
ID NUMBER	EMPLOYER		OCCUPATION

AMOUNT	TYPE	TRANS. DATE	FILED DATE	TRANS #
$250,000.00	INITIAL	7/9/2012	7/11/2012	1670810-INC34

NAME OF CONTRIBUTOR			CITY	STATE/ZIP
HORMEL FOODS CORPORATION			AUSTIN	MN / 55912
ID NUMBER	EMPLOYER		OCCUPATION

AMOUNT	TYPE	TRANS. DATE	FILED DATE	TRANS #
$11,934.75	AMENDMENT #1	6/26/2012	7/27/2012	1670810-IDT9
$11,934.75	INITIAL	6/26/2012	7/11/2012	1670810-IDT9

NAME OF CONTRIBUTOR			CITY	STATE/ZIP
CONAGRA FOODS			OMAHA	NE / 68102
ID NUMBER	EMPLOYER		OCCUPATION

AMOUNT	TYPE	TRANS. DATE	FILED DATE	TRANS #
$34,331.14	AMENDMENT #1	6/26/2012	7/27/2012	1670810-IDT6
$34,331.14	INITIAL	6/26/2012	7/11/2012	1670810-IDT6

NAME OF CONTRIBUTOR			CITY	STATE/ZIP
THE J.M. SMUCKER COMPANY			ORRVILLE	OH / 44667
ID NUMBER	EMPLOYER		OCCUPATION

AMOUNT	TYPE	TRANS. DATE	FILED DATE	TRANS #
$12,371.58	AMENDMENT #1	6/26/2012	7/27/2012	1670810-IDT4
$12,371.58	INITIAL	6/26/2012	7/11/2012	1670810-IDT4

NAME OF CONTRIBUTOR			CITY	STATE/ZIP
RICH PRODUCTS CORPORATION			BUFFALO	NY / 14213
ID NUMBER	EMPLOYER		OCCUPATION

AMOUNT	TYPE	TRANS. DATE	FILED DATE	TRANS #
$7,343.23	AMENDMENT #1	6/26/2012	7/27/2012	1670810-IDT20
$7,343.23	INITIAL	6/26/2012	7/11/2012	1670810-IDT20

NAME OF CONTRIBUTOR			CITY	STATE/ZIP
KELLOGG COMPANY			BATTLE CREEK	MI / 49016
ID NUMBER	EMPLOYER		OCCUPATION

AMOUNT	TYPE	TRANS. DATE	FILED DATE	TRANS #
$20,167.59	AMENDMENT #1	6/26/2012	7/27/2012	1670810-IDT19
$20,167.59	INITIAL	6/26/2012	7/11/2012	1670810-IDT19

NAME OF CONTRIBUTOR			CITY	STATE/ZIP
CARGILL, INC.			WAYZATA	MN / 55391
ID NUMBER	EMPLOYER		OCCUPATION

AMOUNT	TYPE	TRANS. DATE	FILED DATE	TRANS #
$6,584.36	AMENDMENT #1	6/26/2012	7/27/2012	1670810-IDT16
$6,584.36	INITIAL	6/26/2012	7/11/2012	1670810-IDT16

NAME OF CONTRIBUTOR			CITY	STATE/ZIP
NESTLE USA, INC.			GLENDALE	CA / 91203
ID NUMBER	EMPLOYER		OCCUPATION

AMOUNT	TYPE	TRANS. DATE	FILED DATE	TRANS #
$37,286.93	AMENDMENT #1	6/26/2012	7/27/2012	1670810-IDT15
$37,286.93	INITIAL	6/26/2012	7/11/2012	1670810-IDT15

NAME OF CONTRIBUTOR			CITY	STATE/ZIP
COCA-COLA NORTH AMERICA			ATLANTA	GA / 30313
ID NUMBER	EMPLOYER		OCCUPATION

AMOUNT	TYPE	TRANS. DATE	FILED DATE	TRANS #
$37,127.50	AMENDMENT #1	6/26/2012	7/27/2012	1670810-IDT13
$37,127.50	INITIAL	6/26/2012	7/11/2012	1670810-IDT13

NAME OF CONTRIBUTOR			CITY	STATE/ZIP
BIMBO BAKERIES USA			HORSHAM	PA / 19044
ID NUMBER	EMPLOYER		OCCUPATION

AMOUNT	TYPE	TRANS. DATE	FILED DATE	TRANS #
$10,786.87	AMENDMENT #1	6/26/2012	7/27/2012	1670810-IDT10
$10,786.87	INITIAL	6/26/2012	7/11/2012	1670810-IDT10

NAME OF CONTRIBUTOR			CITY	STATE/ZIP
PEPSICO, INC.			PURCHASE	NY / 10577
ID NUMBER	EMPLOYER		OCCUPATION

AMOUNT	TYPE	TRANS. DATE	FILED DATE	TRANS #
$54,725.12	AMENDMENT #1	6/26/2012	7/27/2012	1670810-IDT1
$54,725.12	INITIAL	6/26/2012	7/11/2012	1670810-IDT1

NAME OF CONTRIBUTOR			CITY	STATE/ZIP
GROCERY MANUFACTURERS ASSOCIATION			WASHINGTON	DC / 20005
ID NUMBER	EMPLOYER		OCCUPATION

AMOUNT	TYPE	TRANS. DATE	FILED DATE	TRANS #
$125,000.00	INITIAL	4/9/2012	4/20/2012	1653215-INC14

NAME OF CONTRIBUTOR			CITY	STATE/ZIP
GROCERY MANUFACTURERS ASSOCIATION			WASHINGTON	DC / 20005
ID NUMBER	EMPLOYER		OCCUPATION

AMOUNT	TYPE	TRANS. DATE	FILED DATE	TRANS #
$250,000.00	INITIAL	2/24/2012	3/2/2012	1643621-INC6

NAME OF CONTRIBUTOR			CITY	STATE/ZIP
COUNCIL FOR BIOTECHNOLOGY INFORMATION			WASHINGTON	DC / 20024
ID NUMBER	EMPLOYER		OCCUPATION

AMOUNT	TYPE	TRANS. DATE	FILED DATE	TRANS #
$375,000.00	INITIAL	2/21/2012	3/2/2012	1643621-INC1

Children Of Vietnam Veterans Agent Orange Dioxin Reported Illness List – COVVHA Database Update

On July 24, 2012 By Children Of Vietnam Veterans Health Alliance

CHILDREN OF VIETNAM VETERANS, SONS AND DAUGHTERS, SECOND GENERATION, AGENT ORANGE DIOXIN BIRTH DEFECTS & HEALTH ISSUES

We have compiled a list of 63o reported illnesses that the biological Children of Vietnam Veterans are suffering from to try and find common threads. There have been no official claims that anything on this list has been proven to be caused by Agent Orange/Dioxin unless otherwise noted in the information below. Other reports indicate that there are up to 30 years of illnesses and conditions being collected that we suffer from as the second generation. While many of us are born with these problems, our members that participated in this list are generally between the ages of 20-45 both male and female, often with no prior family history. If you are suffering from any illness not listed, please email us at COVVHA@GMAIL.COM or fill out the comment section on our “Contact Us” page. This list has been updated as of July 24, 2012

Abnormal Cervical Bleeding
Abnormal growth between the ovaries
Abnormal Pap Smears
Abnormal Periods
Abnormal Rectal Bleeding
Achy Body
Acid Reflux
Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia
Addiction (cigarettes)
Addiction(other than cigs/alcohol, non drug)
Addison’s Disease
Adenomyosis
ADHD
Adult Acne
Albinism
Alcoholism
Allergies
Alopecia Areata
Amblyopia
Amenorrhoea
Amputation
Anal Squamous Cell Carcinoma-Basiloid Type
Anaplastic Large Cell Lymphoma
Anencephaly
Anemia
Anemia SC (as a small child when I had pneumonia)
Anger Issues
Angioedema
Ankyloglossia
Ankylosing spondylitis
Anorexia
Annual decrease in (night) vision
Anxiety/GAD
Aortic Pulmonary Regurgitation
Aphasia
Appendicitis
Arachnoid Cyst in Brain Space
Arnold Chiari Malformation
Arrhythmia
Arterial Vienous Malformation (AVM)
Arthritis: Inflammatory, of the SI Joint, Rhumatoid, Juvenile
ASD
Asperger’s Syndrome
Asthma
Ataxia
Atrial Fibrillation
Autism
Autoimmune Disease (Unknown Etiology)
Autonomic Neuropathy
Bacterial Infections
Back Pain
Balance Problems
Bell’s Palsy (now-resolved)
Berger’s Disease (Kidney Disease)
Benign Cyst (armpit)
Benign Multinodular Goiter
Benign Oral Cysts
Benign tumor on thryoid/ near total thyroidectomy surgery
Bicorneate Uterus
Bicuspid Aorta Heart Valve
Bicuspid Valve Prolapse
Bilateral Baker’s Cyst
Bilateral Uterus
Bipartide Patellas
Bipolar Disorder
Bladder infections/ UTI’s
BLADDER IS COLLAPSING
Bladder Lift
Bleeding Issues
Blindness
Blood in Urine (undefined)
Blood Vessel Issues
Boils
Bone Cancer
Bones Spurs/Problems (Undefined)
Bones Missing at Birth
Borderline High Blood Pressure
Borderline Diabetic
Borderline Schizophrenia
Born Blind
Born Deaf
Bowel Deformity/Issues
Brain Issues (Water on the brain, etc)
Brain (calcification & an enlarged Penvascular space)
Brain Lesions, Aneurisms, Tumors, Surgery
Brain Stem Abnormalities(Too small)
Brain Tumors
Breathing Problems (undefined)
Bronchitis/Bronchial Spasms
Bursitis
Calcium Deficiency
Calluses on vocal Chords-Faulty “flap” stomach acid caused
Camptodactyly
Cancer
Cardiac Arrhythmia
Cardiac Deformity
Cardiomyopathy
Cardio Sarcoma
Carpel Tunnel
Caudal Regression
Cava Perthes
Celiac Disease
Cellulitis Infections
Central Nervous System Disorder
Cerebellum Issues (Undefined)
Cerebra Aneurysm
Cerebral Palsy
Cervical Cancer
Cervical Dysplasia/Incompetency
Cervical Infections
Chiari Malformation (Assoc. with Spina Bifida)
Chemical Sensitivity
Chest Wall Pain/ Breast Pain
Childhood bedwetting
Childhood Extreme Shyness
Chloracne
Choristoma ( tumor in the ear)
Chromosome Abnormalities
Chronic (Asthmatic) Bronchitis
Chronic Candida and Other Female Reproductive Organ Infections
Chronic Childhood Ear Infections
Chronic Cold/Flu
Chronic Constipation
Chronic Costochondritits
Chronic ENT issues resulting in adenoidectomy, tonsillectomy and ear tubes
Chronic Fatigue And Immune Deficiency Syndrome (CFAIDS)
Chonic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy (CIDP)
Chronic Insomnia
Chronic Kidney Disease
Chronic Knee Dysplasia
Chronic Migraines
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
Chronic Pneumonia (Childhood/Recurring)
Chronic Sinusitis
Chronic Urinary tract infections
Chronic Urinary Tract Infections
Chronic Venous Insufficiency (CVI), Severe
Cleft Palate, Lips
Clotting Disorders
Club Foot (Talipes equinovarus )
Cold Hands and Feet
Collapsed Vertebrae
Colon Issues
Complete Hysterectomy: Age 25, Age 31, Age 37,Age 36
Complete Pelvic Floor Collapse
Compromised Immune System
Compulsive Skin Picking
Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia
Congenital Anosenia (Born without the ability to smile)
Congenital Heart Blockage
Congenital Hips
Congenital Hypertension
Congenital Scoliosis
Cognitive Issues
Connective Tissue Disorder
Constipation/Cramping
Costochondritis
Conversion Disorder
Cranial Synthesis
Crohn’s Disease
Crossed Eyes (Newborn)
Cryoglobulinemia
Cushing’s Syndrome
Cystic Acne
Cystic Fibrosis
Cysts: Arm, Brain, Hand, Leg, Shoulder Blade, Thyroid, Arm, Ovaries & Wrists.
Daily Headaches
Debilitating Muscle Spasms
Deep Venous Thrombosis (DVT)
Deformed Extermities/Digits
Deformed Sinuses
Deformity Chest/Brest
Deformity Shoulder/Muscles
Degenerative Disc/Bone Disease
Degenerative Ligament Tissue
Degenerative Joint Disease
Dehydration
Dental Problems
Depression (Major, Clinical, Severe)
Dermatitis
Developmental Delay
Deviated Septum
Dextrocardia
Diagonal earlobe Crease
Diarrhea
Digestive Issues
Disc Desiccation
Dissociative Disorder
Diverticulitis
Dizzy Spells
Double Cervix
Double Hernia at Birth
Double Ureter
Double Uterus/Cervix
Double Uvula
Droop Eye (Ptosis)
Drug Abuse
Duane Syndrome
Dwarfism
Dysautonomia
Dysphaxia
Dyslexia
Dysthemia
Ear Infections, Problems, Surgeries, Tubes
Ectopic Pregnancy
Eczema
Electrolyte Abnormalities
Elevated Heart Rate
Emotional Problems
Endocrine Disorders
Endometrial Cancer
Endometrial Hyperplasia
Endometriosis
Enlarged Liver (Cause Unknown)
Epilepsy
Excessive Sweating
Exotropia
Extra body parts (Organs)
Eye Problems (Undefined)
Facet Joint Syndrome
Facial Aplasia
Factor Z Leiden
Familial Tremor
Fatty Deposits on Liver
Felty’s Syndrome
Fever (Undefined)
Fever Seizures
Fibrocystic Breast Disease
Fibroid Cysts in Breast
Fibromyalgia
Focal segmental glomerulosclerosis (FSGS)
Food Allergies
Follicular Lymphoma/Large B Cell Lymphoma
Foot Deformity, Issues, Burning
Fragile X Syndrome
Frazonism
Fused Digits
Fused Vertebrae in Neck
Gall Bladder Disease
Gallstones
Ganglion Cyst
Gastritis
Gastrointestinal Problems
Gastro Esophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Gastroparesis
Gene Mutation
Glaucoma
Glioblastoma
Gluten Intolerance
Goiter
Goldenhar Syndrome
Gout
Grand Mal Seizures
Grave’s Disease
Growth Hormone Deficiency (GHD)
Growths/Lumps on Skull
HAE – Hereditary Angioedema (still being tested for verification)
HAE – Hereditary Angioedema Type 3
Hair Loss
Hairy Cell Leukemia
Hashimoto’s auto-immune thyroid disease
Headaches
Head Sores
Heat Intolerance
Hearing Loss/Deafness
Heart Attack
Heart Disease
Heart Failure
Heart Problems/Surgery (Undefined)
Heart Murmur (as a child) Heart Palpatations
Heel Spur
Hemangioma
Hereditary (atypical) heochromatosis
Hereditary Hemorrhagic Telangiectasia (HHT)
Hernia
Herniated Discs
High Blood Pressure
High Cholesterol
High Pulse Rate
Hip Deformity, Pain, Surgery (Undefined)
Hip Dysplasia
Hip Pain (Undefined)
Hip Replacement
Hirsutism
Histiocytosis
Hives
Hodgkin’s Lymphoma
Hormone Issues/Replacement
Hidradenitis suppurativa
Hydrocephalus
Hydrococle Hernia
Hylan Membrane
Hyman Issues (Partially Intact)
Hypercoagulability
Hyperhomocysteinemia
Hyperinsulimia
Hyperlipidemia
Hypermobility Issues/ Surgeries
Hyperparathyroidism
Hypospadias
Hypoplastic Heart
Hyoplasia –Entire Right Side
Hypertension
Hyperthyroidism
Hypoglycemia
Hypothyroidism (HASHIMOTOS)
Idiopathic Gastroparesis
Idiopathic Intercranial Hypertension (IIH)
Idiopathic Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP) Platelet Disorder
Immune System Issues (Undefined & IVIG Infusions)
Incompetent Cervix
Infertility (SECONDARY)
Insulin Resistance
Interstitial Cystitis (IC)
Intracranial Cyst
Intracranial Hypertension
Involuntary Muscle Spasm (Face) (EYE, LEGSSTOACH,ABDOMEN)
Iron Deficiency
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Ischemic Heart Disease
ITP
Jaw Deformity/Surgery
Joint & Muscle Problems/Pain
Joint Hypermobility Syndrome
Keratosis pilaris
Kidney Disease/Surgery
Kidney Stones, Infection, Cysts
Kienbock’s Disease
Knee Problems/Dysplasia ,Pain, Surgery
Knee Replacement
Lateral Microtia
Lazy Eye (x2)
Learning Disabilities
Legally blind
Lethargy
Leukemia
Leukocytosis with neutrophilia
Lhermitte’s Sign
Lichen Planus
Liponas-(non-cancerous tumors throughout the body)
Liver Disease (Fatty/Undefined)
Liver Inflammation/Other
Liver Lesions
Long QT Syndrome (LQTS)
Loss of Skin Pigment
Loss of Strength in Limbs
Low Blood Count (Red)
Low Blood Pressure
Low Estrogen
Low Potassium
Low Testosterone
Low vitamin D levels…even with sun and supplements
Lumbarization (Extra Vertabrae)
Lung Deformity (3rd Lung)
Lung Disease, Nodules, Tumors, Clots
Lupus
Lupus of the Skin
Lymphoma
Lymphatic Tumors/ Lymphangioma
Lymphoblastic Leukemia
Lymphocytic Thyroditis
Macrodactyly
Malabsorption of food/drink
Marfan Syndrome
Mastoiditis
Melanoma (spreading)
Memory Loss
Memory Retention Problems
Meniere’s Disease
Menopause Issues (Early)
Menstrual Cycle Issues
Mental Health Issues
Mental Retardation
Menorrhagia
Metabolic Syndromes
Methicillin Staphylococcus Resistant Aureus (MSRA)
Methylenetetrahydrofolate Reductase (MTHFR)
Microtia
Migraine headaches ( Cluster, Basilar, and Hemiplegic Migraines)
Mild Displasia
Miscarriages
Missing a whole layer of dermis (skin)
Missing Big Toe
Missing Fingers
Missing Limb (Right Leg, Below the Knee)
Mitral valve prolapsed
Mittelschmerz
Mixed Connective Tissue Disease (MCTD)
Mood Swings
Motor Development (Slow @ Childhood)
Mullerian Aplasia
Multiple Cardiac Arrests
Multiple Sclerosis
Multiple Reoccuring Undiagnosed Oozing Sores
Muscle Spasms, Pain, Numbness, (Undefined)
Musco-Skeletal Problems
Muscular Dystrophy
Myasthenia Gravis
Mycobacterium gordonae
Nasal Cancer
Nasal Polyps
Nausea/Vomiting for no apparent reason.
Neck Pain/ Problems
Nerve Damage
Neuralgia: Face, Feet, Hands, Legs
Neurocardiogenic
Neurological Problems (Undefined)
Neuropathy
Neutropenia
Nevus Sebaceous
Night Blindness
Nightmares
Night Terrors
Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma
Nosebleeds
Numbness (Hands, Feet, Body, Limbs)
Nystagmus
Obesity
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
Oppositional Defiant Disorder
Orthostatic Hypotension
Osteoarthritis
Osteochondritis
Osteogenesis Imperfecta
Osteopenia
Osteoporosis
Osteosclerosis
Osteo-Slaughters
Ovarian Cancer
Ovarian Cysts
Overactive Bladder
Pain (Undefined)
Pain in chest, radiating up right side of neck
Palate Problems
Pancreatitis
Pancytopenia
Panic Attacks
Para-Thyroid Gland Disfunction
Paralysis
Paresthesia
Pericarditis
Pars Plantis
Patellar Subluxation (Left Knee)
Pectus Excavatum
Peeling As If Sunburned (Face and body)
Pelvic Bones Not Fused
Pelvic Congestion Syndrome (before hysterectomy)
Pelvic Reconstruction/Issues
Peptic Ulcers
Peripheral Neuropathy
Peripheral Nervous System Disorder
Periventricular Leukomalacia
Personality Disorder
Phantom pains in random places in my body with no apparent cause
Photo-sensitivity
Pierre Robin Sequence
Pituitary Gland Dysfunction
Pituitary Issues/Tumors
Pityriasis
Planar Spaciatis
Poland Syndrome
Poliosis
Poly Cystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS)
Poly Cystic Kidney Disease (PKD)
Polycythemia Vera Without Genetic Factor
Polymyositis
Poor Egg Quality
Porphyria
Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS)
Potassium Issues
Preeclampsia
Pregnancy Complications (Undefined)
Pregnancy, Partial Molar
Premature Babies
Premature Ovarian Failure (POF)
Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder
Primitive Neuro-Ectodermal Tumor (PNET)
Prolactinemia
Prolapsed Cervix
Prostate Problems/Enlarged
Psoriasis
Psoriatic Arthritis
Psoriatic Rheumatoid Arthritis
Pseudo tumor Cerebri
Pseudo Obstruction (Intestinal, Neurological)
Ptosis
PTSD (Primary)
PTSD (Secondary)
Pulmonary Edema
Pulmonary Embolism
Pulmonary Fibrosis/Other (Undefined)
Pulmonary Restriction
Pyloric Stenosis
PVC’s
Rapid Absorption
Rash (Skin, Newborn, Undefined)
Raynaud’s Syndrome
Rectal Prolapse
Rectal Seal Prolapse
Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy Syndrome
Renal Cysts/Calcifications
Renal Failure
Reproductive Problems (Female)
Respiratory Infections/Distress
Restless Leg Syndrome
Retroverted Uterus
Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy (RSD)
Rhabdomyosarcoma
Rosacea
Sacral Agenesis
Sacral Luburalization
Salpingitis Isthmica Nodosa (SIN)
Sarcoidosis
Schizophrenia
Scladerma
Scoliosis
Sebaceous Cysts (Lumps on the head)
Seizures, Stress
Seizures, Petite Mal
Sensitive Skin
Sensitive to Medication
Sensitive Teeth
Septate Uterus
Severe Chronic Neutropenia
Severe Light Sensitivity
Shingles: Ears, Mouth, Opthamalic, Throat
Short term memory problems
Sinus Tachycardia
Sinus Infections/ Problems
Sinusitis
Sjogrens
Skin Cancer
Skin Problems/ Deformity
Skin Rashes
Sleep Apnea
Slight Deviated Jaw
Snoring
Social Problems
Spastic Colon
Speech Problems
Spina Bifida
Spina Bifida Occulta
Spinal Cord Disease/ Tumors
Spinal Deformities
Spinal Deterioration
Spinal Meningitis
Spinal Surgeries/ Pain (Undefined)
Sphincter of Oddi Disorder-
Splentic Cysts
Spondyloarthropy
Spondylithesis
Spondylolytis
Squamous Papilloma (Benign Polyp in Mouth)
Steatohepatitis
Stenosis of the Spine
Stomach Pains/Problems
Strabismus
Strange Growths
Stress
Stroke
Sturge Weber Syndrome
Subglottal Stenosis
Suicidal Tendencies
Suicide
Supraventricular Tachycardia (SVT)
Swelling (Undefined)
Swollen Glands
Syndactyly
Syringomyelia
Tachycardia (Unknown, Due to WPW Syndrome)
Temporal Arteritis
Tendonitis
Testicle Deformity
Thinning of the hair, top front
Thoracic Outlet Syndrome (TOS)
Throat Tumors
Thrombophilia
Thyroid Cancer (Hoshimotos)
Thyroid Issues & Cysts (Hyperthyroidism)
Tilted Uterus
Tinnitus (Lifelong)
TMJ
Tooth Decay (Abnormal)
Tooth Formation Absence (Adult Teeth Never Came In)
Torticollis
Tonsillitis/Tonsillectomy
Tourettes
Toxic Shock Syndrome
Tracheo-Esophageal Fistula
Tremors/ Ticks
Triple Ureter
Triple X Syndrome
Truncus Arteriosis
Tuberculosis (TB)
Tumors
Tumor on the parathyroid
Tumors on Liver
Twitches
Type 1 Diabetes
Type 2 Diabetes
Ulcers, Stomach, Mouth, Nose
Ulcerated Colitis
Undiagnosed Rash (One Side of Body)
Unexplained Numbness
Unexplained Tingling (Right Side Of Body)
Urinary Tract Infections (UTI)/ Issues
Uterine Cancer
Uterine Leiomyosarcoma
Urticaria
Unspecified Immunodeficiency
Uterine Fibroids
Uterine Polyps
Vacterl syndrome
Vaginal Bleeding
Vaginosis
Vasculitis
Vascular Headaches
Varicose Veins
Vertibrae, Extra/ Missing
Vertigo
Vision Problems
Vitiligo
Vomiting
Von Willebrand’s Disease
Vulvodynia (Pain In The Vulva)
Weak Muscles (Left Leg)
Webbed Toes
Weight Loss
Whole Thyroidectomy Surgery
Wolff- Parkinson- White Syndrome
VA has recognized that certain birth defects among Veterans’ children are associated with Veterans’ qualifying service in Vietnam or Korea. Spina bifida (except spina bifida occulta), a defect in the developing fetus that results in incomplete closing of the spine, is associated with Veterans’ exposure to Agent Orange or other herbicides during qualifying service in Vietnam or Korea. Birth defects in children of women Veterans is associated with their military service in Vietnam, but are not related to herbicide exposure. The affected child must have been conceived after the Veteran entered Vietnam or the Korean demilitarized zone during the qualifying service period. CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE

Many Children of Vietnam Veterans (COVVs) and family members of COVVs, contact us with questions about COVV’s health concerns. At this point in time, the government does not recognize that Agent Orange causes birth defects or illnesses in the children (or grandchildren) of male Vietnam Veterans, unless the COVV has Spina Bifida (Only for Children of Vietnam Vets not Grandchildren). This is a tragic denial of the many unexplained medical illnesses and birth defects many Children of Male Vietnam Veterans face. Please, if you or a loved one is suffering from an unexplained birth defect, or illness, you think may be caused by Agent Orange read the information below.
Please file a claim with the Department Of Veterans Affairs as soon as possible. This claim will be denied, but we have to start identifying ourselves with the VA.
You can find all mentioned forms on www.Va.gov.
Please follow the instructions below:
You will need to provide years your Father was in Vietnam and his Social Security number.
If your father has passed away, and his death was linked to Agent Orange exposure, state that.
1. Application for benefits (be sure to keep copies for your records)
A. Complete claim form no. 21-03042
B. Complete Statement of support form no. 21-4138 used to add additional information. Add anything you feel is necessary in understanding your claim.
Send these forms in as soon as possible!
2. RECEIVING YOUR DENIAL
Please be advised your claim will be denied. It will state, “There is no record of your mother serving in Vietnam or Korea. There is no proof of spina bifida.” This is their standard answer to all of the children of male Vietnam Veterans (unless you have Spina Bifida, then you are eligible for benefits).
3. Filing an appeal
A. Your next step is to file an appeal
1. Complete: Appeal Form VA9
2. Complete: Release of Medical Information Form 21-4142
a. The VA most likely will not attempt to acquire your records
4. Prepare for the hearing
A. Wait for your hearing Date
B. Gather all your medical records that support your claim
5. The Hearing
A. Take any witnesses that can support your claim
B. Contact your Senator or Congressman and senator, asking them to attend the hearing or to send a representative.

Vietnam Vets Pushing for More Research on “Agent Orange Corn”

On June 28, 2012 By Children Of Vietnam Veterans Health Alliance

Moms and food activists have been fighting genetically modified foods for years. Now, they have a new ally.

Vietnam Veterans of America (VVA) sent a letter to President Obama just before Memorial Day asking for his assistance in delaying approval of a new breed of corn that’s genetically modified to resist heavy applications of the herbicide 2,4-D, one of the two active ingredients in the infamous Vietnam-era defoliant Agent Orange.

The corn and 2,4-D are both being manufactured by Dow Agro Science, which has named its new corn “Enlist,” a name the veterans said in the letter was “a slap at all Vietnam veterans.” Multinational seed company Monsanto also manufactures 2,4-D.

Most of the health problems caused by Agent Orange during the Vietnam War have been attributed to unintended dioxin contamination of the two active ingredients, 2,4-D and 2,4,5-T. Dioxin builds up in the fatty tissue of humans and animals and can cause damage for years after exposure. The government continues to add to the known health conditions related to Agent Orange’s dioxin poisoning, but currently they include diabetes, neuropathy, Parkinson’s disease, heart disease, liver dysfunction, numerous cancers, and birth defects in the children of exposed soldiers and Vietnam residents. Studies in recent years have found that 2,4-D is just as likely to be contaminated with dioxin when used alone as it was when used in combination with 2,4,5-T.

Adding to that danger, 2,4-D itself has been linked to non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma, cell damage, hormonal disruption, and reproductive problems, according to the nonprofit Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC), which petitioned the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) earlier this year in an effort to ban the substance permanently. The EPA denied the NRDC’s petition.

“Although there is a lot that science has learned about the effects of dioxin on the human organism, there is still a lot that science has yet to learn,” writes VVA. “Now, Dow and Monsanto wish to release genetically modified corn that has increased resistance to 2,4-D. What will this mean to Vietnam vets, who have already been exposed to this chemical through our military service? To our progeny?”

The group’s letter went on to state that the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA’s) conclusion that 2,4-D–resistant corn would have no “significant” impact on the environment was inaccurate and “raises more questions than it answers.” The vets are asking President Obama to push for more research by independent scientists, not those affiliated with Dow Agro Sciences.

“We are not calling for a complete ban of this new product at this time,” the group writes. “We are simply not willing to be lied to or withheld information from again. Vietnam veterans were lied to about our exposure to chemicals which claimed many lives long after our troops left Southeast Asia.”

The VVA isn’t alone in its attempts to get Obama’s attention. Children of Vietnam Veterans Health Alliance, another group made up of veterans’ children who were impacted by dioxin poisoning and Agent Orange, is endorsing the California ballot initiative that would require labeling of genetically modified ingredients. That initiative will be voted on in the November 2012 election.

The USDA has closed the public comment period on Dow’s 2,4-D–resistant corn, but the nonprofit Center for Food Safety continues to pressure the EPA to ban 2,4-D altogether. Take a minute to sign the center’s petition and to protect your family from the potential for more toxic pesticide exposure.

Originally Posted On Infinitymuscle.com

http://www.infinitymuscle.com/showthread.php?15187-Vietnam-Vets-Pushing-for-More-Research-on-quot-Agent-Orange-Corn-quot

Seeds of Freedom – GMO Film

On June 13, 2012 By Children Of Vietnam Veterans Health Alliance

Seeds of Freedom charts the story of seed from its roots at the heart of traditional, diversity-rich farming systems across the world, to being transformed into a powerful commodity, used to monopolise the global food system.

The film highlights the extent to which the industrial agricultural system, and genetically modified (GM) seeds in particular, has impacted on the enormous agro-biodiversity evolved by farmers and communities around the world, since the beginning of agriculture. Seeds of Freedom seeks to challenge the mantra, promoted by the pro-GM lobby, that large-scale, industrial agriculture is the only means by which we can feed the world. In tracking the story of seed it becomes clear how the corporate agenda has driven the take over of seed in order to make vast profit and control of the global food system.

Through interviews with leading international experts such as Dr Vandana Shiva and Henk Hobbelink, and through the voices of a number of African farmers, the film highlights how the loss of indigenous seed goes hand in hand with loss of biodiversity and related knowledge; the loss of cultural traditions and practices; the loss of livelihoods; and the loss of food sovereignty. The pressure from agribusiness interests is growing and threatens to replace the diverse, nutritional, locally adapted and resilient seed crops which have been bred by small-scale farmers for millenia, by monocultures of GM seed.

The story of seed has become one of loss, control, dependence and debt. It’s been written by those who want to make vast profit from our food system, no matter what the true cost. It’s time to change the story.

Watch The Film Now

http://seedsoffreedom.info/2012/05/01/seeds-of-freedom-watch-the-film/

For more information about the film, Visit the Seeds of Freedom Websitehttp://seedsoffreedom.info/

Support for Mandatory Labeling of GMO Foods – #PROP37

On June 12, 2012 By Children Of Vietnam Veterans Health Alliance

Children of Vietnam Veterans Health Alliance is proud to endorse The Right To Know Campaign At LABELGMOS.ORG.

Please show your support too!!! http://www.labelgmos.org/endorsements?recruiter_id=6287

LabelGMOs is now gathering endorsements for the November 2012 election so we can:

A. Have the organizations post on our website to show community support.

B.Understand the demographics (veterans rights groups, churches) for the media campaign coming up. And,

C. Allow supporters to align themselves with like minded businesses/groups for mutual support. Our money is tight so we want to really get the message to people who care what goes into their bodies. We met with Pamm Larry, who started the initiative, and she outlined for us what the next few months will take. We have excellent campaign managers, lawyers, and marketing support, but it is people who vote. People who have a decision to make will look toward groups they respect and identify with.

Required labeling of GMO’s is extremely important for the health of humans, animals, and the environment. Genetically modified organisms were quietly put into the food supply without warning, and without testing, over fifteen years ago. The consequences are starting to reveal themselves: skyrocketing allergies, auto immune illnesses, irritable bowels, acid reflux, degenerative diseases… the list goes on and on. The inserted genes for pesticides, such as Bt toxin in corn, are found in the umbilical cord-blood of newborn babies. The genes inserted into these altered “foods” come from viruses, soil bacteria, across all species barriers. The EPA does not regulate Bt corn as a pesticide because the pesticide is in every cell of the pant we eat: not just sprayed on the outside.

I am requesting that you post this link with your group, and share it with other groups or organizations, we believe people should have the option to eat it or not as they see fit. Due to a lack of labeling, there is no informed consent and no way to avoid the risks of genetically engineered foods without buying costly organic foods. Many people are completely unaware that there has been a change to food, so don’t know to make a choice. This is truely the best kept secret of the century. Monsanto, Bayer and Syngenta, are again doing what they have a long history of; chemically damaging living things to create a profit. Monsanto alone has 2,4-D (an ingredient in Agent Orange), DDT and PCB’s as part of its track record.

Organic Farmer Nervous About GMO Crop Contamination – News Video

On June 6, 2012 By Children Of Vietnam Veterans Health Alliance

Organic Farmer Nervous About GMOs

From NBC 5 News

http://www.kobi5.com/component/zoo/item/organic-farmer-nervous-about-gmos.html

As I sat and prepared this article for posting, I began thinking to myself, this is just another typical story in the “Food Fight Of Our Lives”. I hit the publish button, copied the link, and clicked on Facebook to share, but I stopped.

I realized that this article was not in fact just another typical story, but something much bigger. This article was originally published as a MAIN STREAM MEDIA NEWS STORY.

And that my friends just made a typical day into something EXTRAORDINARY.

Truth Teller

http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=6h7oJRaPW3A

Organic farmer Steven Gidley said he loves his job.

“It is one of the best lives you could have,” said Gidley.

However, he’s worried his organic crops could be contaminated and destroyed by pollen carried by air from genetically modified plants also known as GMOs.

“You absolutely couldn’t sell your seed as organic,” began Gidley.

“I would go from having the potential of a couple thousand dollars in seed to zero,” he continued.

He said he suspects his plants are contaminated because just last week a man with Syngenta — a GMO seed manufacturer approached him.

“If there was no chance of cross contamination I would see no reason why Syngenta would be coming to my place,” said Gidley.

He continued, “He was asking if I would sell it to him and I said I could, but ethically not in this lifetime”

NBC 5 contacted a spokesman from Syngenta, he said the company often checks areas around GMO farms to try and lessen the possibility of cross-contamination.

“If this farmer’s crop was say within the prescribed distance which I believe is four miles, then it’s customary [...] in some cases what we will do is offer to buy a crop from a farmer,” said Paul Minehart, Head of Corporate Communications in North America for Syngenta.

He said the company has been growing genetically modified plants in Jackson County since the 1970s.

“Our goal is to make sure our crops remain pure to also make sure anyone elses crop remains pure [...] so we’re happy to be there, we intende to be there for a long time,” said Minehart.

Meantime, organic farmer Gidley says he’ll continue to refuse any offers.

Gidley said he believes it’s Syngenta’s responsibility to move their crops.

Minehart from Syngenta said they’ve contacted the USDA to make sure all guidelines are being met.

Meet the Corporate Front Groups Fighting to Make Sure You Can’t Know What’s in Your Food

On June 4, 2012 By Children Of Vietnam Veterans Health Alliance

Meet the Corporate Front Groups Fighting to Make Sure You Can’t Know What’s in Your Food | | AlterNet.

Here’s a partial lineup of hired guns and organizations behind the anti-labeling advertising blitz soon to hit the California airwaves.

What do a former mouthpiece for tobacco and big oil, a corporate-interest PR flack, and the regional director of a Monsanto-funded tort reform group have in common?

They’re all part of the anti-labeling PR team that will soon unleash a massive advertising and PR campaign in California, designed to scare voters into rejecting the California Right to Know Genetically Engineered Food Act.

In November, California voters will vote ‘yes’ or ‘no’ on a law to require mandatory labeling of all GMO ingredients in processed foods, and ban the routine industry practice of mislabeling foods containing GMO ingredients as ‘natural.’

Polls show that nearly 90% of the state’s voters plan to vote ‘yes.’ But when November rolls around, will voter support still be strong? Not if the biotech, agribusiness, and food manufacturers industries can help it.

It’s estimated that the opposition will spend $60 million – $100 million to convince voters that GMOs are perfectly safe. They’ll try to scare voters into believing that labeling will make food more expensive, that it will spark hundreds of lawsuits against small farmers and small businesses, and that it will contribute to world hunger. None of this is true. On the contrary, studies suggest just the opposite.

Here’s what is true: The opposition has lined up some heavy-hitters and industry-funded front groups — masquerading as “grassroots” organizations — to help spin their anti-labeling propaganda machine.

You have the right to know what’s in your food. You also have the right to know who is working tirelessly to prevent you from ever having that right – and who is signing their paychecks. Here’s a partial lineup of hired guns and organizations behind the anti-labeling advertising blitz soon to hit the California airwaves:

Tom Hiltachk: Monsanto’s Man in California

Coalition Against Costly Food Labeling Proposition

Kathy Fairbanks

Maryann Marino and the California Citizens Against Lawsuit Abuse (CALA)

American Tort Reform Association (ATRA)

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