The Board has granted the Veteran's claim for service connection for inclusion body myositis (IBM) on a direct service connection basis, finding that her current diagnosis is related to her exposure to toxic contaminants while stationed at Aberdeen Proving Grounds during her military service.
The deciding factor: The evidence established that the Veteran participated in toxic exposure activities while stationed at Aberdeen Proving Grounds and there was a medical nexus between her current IBM diagnosis and her service.
- Claimed conditions
- Inclusion body myositis (IBM)
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- Burn pits / airborne hazards
- Rating
- Not verified here — check the original decision
- Decision date
- December 13, 2024
- Citation
- A24083686
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What this means for you
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What you can do next
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