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Evidence checklist

Malaria

DC 630438 CFR § 4.88bInfectious Diseases

Evidence strength

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Target
Saved locally
01

Specialist opinion

Highest value0 of 2 collected
Infectious disease records documenting malaria diagnosisCritical

Records from a doctor showing your malaria diagnosis, which type of malaria parasite was found, treatment provided, and any relapses.

Private provider · independent opinion
Nexus opinion linking malaria to service in endemic areaCritical

A medical opinion connecting your malaria to deployment in a malaria-endemic area (tropical regions, Southeast Asia, Africa, Middle East, Central/South America).

Private provider · independent opinion
02

Treatment records

0 of 1 collected
Documentation of organ damage or residual conditions

Records showing lasting damage from malaria such as enlarged spleen, liver problems, chronic anemia, or kidney damage.

VA or private records · written request
03

Diagnostic tests and lab results

0 of 1 collected
Blood smear or lab tests confirming malarial parasitesCritical

Blood smear results showing malarial parasites. The VA requires parasite identification for the diagnosis. If you had malaria during deployment, any lab results from that time are very important.

Imaging or lab facility · records request
04

Lay statements

0 of 2 collected
Buddy statement from spouse, family, or fellow service member

A written statement from someone who can describe observable symptoms and how your condition affects daily life.

You or a witness · VA Form 21-4138 or 21-10210How to get this →
Personal statement describing symptoms and functional impact

Your own written account of how this condition affects your daily activities, work, and relationships. Describe your worst days.

You or a witness · VA Form 21-4138 or 21-10210How to get this →
05

Benefits questionnaire

0 of 1 collected
DBQ — Infectious Diseases

Disability Benefits Questionnaire completed by your doctor documenting active disease or residuals and their impact on your daily life.

Provider-completed · VA DBQ formHow to get this →
06

Service records

0 of 2 collected
Deployment records showing service in malaria-endemic areaCritical

Orders, travel records, or service records showing you served in an area where malaria is common.

NPRC / milConnect · SF-180
Service treatment records (STRs)Critical

Military medical records showing in-service treatment, complaints, or injuries related to this condition.

NPRC / milConnect · SF-180

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