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They alternate weekly in this space with information from the Social Security Administration.<p>Q: I was in Vietnam and would like to know more about Agent Orange and its effect on me.</p><p>A: Agent Orange was a vegetation- destroying chemical sprayed by U.S. military personnel to make it difficult for enemy soldiers to hide and find food. Call the nearest VA regional office at (800) 827-1000 to ask for a newsletter about Agent Orange. 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