Archive of News (2018)

NJ Firefighters Back Lance

Congressman Leonard Lance has been endorsed by the Professional Firefighters Association of New Jersey, IAFF, AFL-CIO for his record of delivering…

Rep. Susan Brooks: Bill would boost public health preparedness

Seventeen years ago, on 9/11, nearly 3,000 Americans lost their lives as a result of three unforgettable terrorist attacks on American soil.

Retired NYPD investigator urges 9/11 responders to sign up for health program – Glens Falls, New York

Dennis Murphy never smoked a day in his life, but he has cancer of the tongue, throat and neck.

FBI Agent battles Lymphoma 17 years after September 11th with the help of the Sentara Cancer Network

“I’ve seen a lot of pretty bad situations. I’ve worked explosive cases all around the world: the Embassy bombing in Africa, the Unabomber case…

Ailing Court Officer Gets 9/11-Related Sick Time

A Court Officer who was diagnosed with World Trade Center-related breast cancer but denied unlimited sick time she was entitled to under state law…

‘Cancer has no deadline’: Advocates for 9/11 fallout victims blast 2020 deadline for compensation fund

The looming Dec. 18, 2020 deadline to file claims with the 9/11 Victims Compensation Fund ignores the fact that people will continue dying…

Cancer study looks at New York’s volunteer firefighters, but needs local participants

It’s pretty much accepted volunteer firefighters are exposed to carcinogens more than other people.

Doing Right by Sick 9/11 Workers

Efforts to give paid sick leave to government workers who have had 9/11-related illnesses are incomplete.

NJ Police Benevolent Association Endorses Rep. Chris Smith

“And, most importantly, you have demonstrated respect for the officers who protect us when they come under attack,” said the PBA president.

Re-experiencing 9/11-Related PTSD Symptoms Following Exposure to Hurricane Sandy

Understanding Pre-Existing Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) symptoms and risk of PTSD following Hurricane Sandy (Sandy) has important implications for PTSD screening…