It is possible that medical conditions previously unknown to you will be discovered--as might be the case in any routine medical examination. Should this occur, it would not necessarily indicate a cause-and-effect relationship between the ionizing radiation exposure and the medical condition. It will take a number of years before enough information will be available to make a meaningful analysis of any possible relationship between low-level ionizing radiation and long-term health patterns. Follow-up medical Management for any newly discovered condition should be accomplished by your normally utilized health care provider or facility. Additionally, veterans who feel they have a service-connected medical condition may file a claim for medical care, or compensation with the VA. ments is enclosed desired, benefits, A brief explanation of require- (Enclosure 6), and more information, can be obtained from your if local VA regional office. Should you desire to submit a claim, we will be glad to help you with research into the circumstances of your atmospheric test exposure. The results of your medical examination and any information Ps . bi ‘ es be P bo P ; , re rt 4 Ps ps supplied by you will be protected according to the Privacy