Many leaders from within the African American community and beyond rose to prominence during the Civil Rights era, including Martin Luther King, Jr., Rosa Parks, Malcolm X, Andrew Goodman and others. They riskedâand sometimes lostâtheir lives in the name of freedom and equality.
Cancers believed to be caused by contact with Agent Orange. 1  Chronic B-cell Leukemia: A type of cancer that affects your white blood cells (cells in your bodyâs immune system that help to fight off illnesses and infections)
Neurological conditions that have been attributed to Agent Orange exposure include Parkinson's diseaseâa condition that causes muscle stiffness, difficulty in movement and is characterized by postural tremors and instability. Ischemic Heart Disease. This condition deprives the heart of adequate blood supply.