Denied
The Board denied service connection for ischemic heart disease and diabetes mellitus, as well as special monthly compensation based on the need for regular aid and attendance or at the housebound rate.
The deciding factor: The weight of the evidence did not support a finding that the Veteran's conditions were related to his active duty service, including any exposure to herbicide agents in Okinawa.
- Claimed conditions
- ischemic heart disease, diabetes mellitus
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- None in this decision
- Decision date
- November 10, 2025
- Citation
- 25013843
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