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Spina Bifida

Spina Bifida is the only birth defect recognized by the VA linked to Agent Orange in the children of certain male Korean and male Vietnam-era veterans.

General Health Info Sheets Agents Orange Benefits Act Expectant Parents Guide to Spina Bifida Ā  Adult Health Info Sheets Osteoporosis Type 2 diabetes Women’s Health Men’s Health Hypertension Ā  Visit Spina Bifida Association for more Health Info Sheets

Children who have spina bifida or certain other birth defects and are biological children of Veterans with qualifying service in Vietnam or Korea may be eligible for a range of VA benefits, starting with compensation, a monthly monetary allowance based on the childā€™s degree of disability.