The Board has granted service connection for Hepatitis C, Gastroesophageal reflux disorder, and Nephrolithiasis based on exposure to contaminated water at Camp Lejeune. The Veteran's conditions are presumed due to his military service.
The deciding factor: The evidence supports a link between the Veteran's current health issues and his exposure to contaminated water at Camp Lejeune during his military service.
- Claimed conditions
- Hepatitis C (Hep C), Gastroesophageal reflux disorder (GERD), Nephrolithiasis (kidney stones)
- How they argued it
- Presumptive (no nexus needed)
- Exposure basis
- Camp Lejeune water
- Rating assigned
- None in this decision
- Decision date
- December 20, 2024
- Citation
- 24034540
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