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The World Trade Center exposome and health effects in 9/11 rescue and recovery workers
We find a statistically significant association between the exposure mixture index and all investigated health outcomes.
Chronic and Acute Pain and Adverse Economic Outcomes in a 9/11-Exposed Cohort
The objective of this study was to determine the association between acute and chronic pain and various economic and quality-of-life outcomes.
New York State Expands Guidance for Employers to Notify Current and Former Workers of Potential 9/11 Benefits
The 9/11 Notice Act, which was signed on September 11, 2023, seeks to enhance awareness among 9/11 victims, including office, restaurant, and retail workers, about their eligibility for compensation.
Mesothelioma Cases in the World Trade Center Survivors
Malignant mesothelioma, originating from the lining cells (mesothelium) of the peritoneal and pleural cavities, is one complication associated with asbestos exposure.
Retired N.Y. State Police Investigator Dies of 9/11-Related Illness
“He devoted his life to protecting the community and his commitment to the New York State Police will always be remembered,” the agency said of retired Senior Investigator John L. Carey.
The Cost of Care: Local Leaders Support Funding Push for World Trade Center Health Program
Community Board 1 is joining the campaign to boost the federal budget allocation for the World Trade Center Health Program.
Characteristics of survivors enrolled in the World Trade Center Health Program
As of 12/31/2022, there were 37,384 enrolled survivors. 24,148 (64.6%) were certified for at least one WTC-related condition; 22.9% were certified for more than one category.
Flight 93 memorial exhibit reflects on health effects from attacks
The Flight 93 Memorial and the World Trade Center Health Program, in partnership with the Center for Disease Control, opened up a new exhibit that tells the stories of those affected by those fumes.
New exhibit ‘Health Effects of 9/11’ opens at Flight 93 National Memorial
Thursday, the World Trade Center Health Program and the David J. Sencer CDC Museum unveiled the “Health Effects of 9/11” exhibition at the Flight 93 National Memorial Learning Center.
World Trade Center Traveling Exhibit
The World Trade Center Health Program has opened a new traveling exhibit at the Flight 93 National Memorial in Somerset County.