Veterans may file a claim for disability compensation for health problems they believe are related to exposure to burn pits during military service. VA decides these claims on a case-by-case basis.File a claim online.

Type of Waste Burned

Waste products in burn pits include, but are not limited to:

• Chemicals
• Paint
• Medical and human waste
• Metal/aluminum cans
• Munitions and other unexploded ordnance
• Petroleum and lubricant products
• Plastics and styrofoam
• Rubber
• Wood
• Discarded foodCompensation benefits for health problemsCompensation benefits for health problems