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Maloney, Nadler, Garbarino Seek Information on Services Provided by Contractor to 9/11 Survivors and Responders
We must ensure the World Trade Center Health Program not only has the necessary resources, but that the program is properly administered so that members receive the high-quality care that they need and deserve.
Study finds 24% higher prostate cancer risk among rescue/recovery workers after World Trade Center attacks
The findings indicate a shorter latency period from occupational exposure to disease development than that reported in other studies of men not involved in 9/11 recovery/rescue work.
FDNY Adds 25 Names to Memorial Wall for Deaths Related to World Trade Center Illnesses
To date more than 257 FDNY members have died of World Trade Center related illnesses.
A survivor’s fight for health care for young adults impacted by 9/11
“We have 9/11 survivors in every state. You know, there are 9/11 responders and survivors who are sick in almost every congressional district.”
Exposure related health conditions still trouble 9/11 first responders 20 years later
“I was blowing my nose for weeks, and blood was coming out of it. But I just kept going back.”
9/11 Responders and Survivors Still Plagued By Health Effects 20 Years Later
The most common conditions affecting first responders and survivors include cancer, respiratory ailments, sleep apnea, and mental health disorders that include PTSD and anxiety or major depression.
Another 25 Names Added To FDNY Memorial Wall Honoring Members Who Died Of 9/11 Illnesses
Officials have said 75% of the firefighters who responded on 9/11 now have some form of illness.
WTC Health Program to Go Broke In 3 Years; Urge Congress to Act
Without congressional action, the World Trade Center Health Program will run out of money starting in FY 2025.
Ground Zero Nurse Reflects On Devastating 9/11 Health Toll
Ms. Tyrrell, who provides annual health exams for the city’s first-responders, said she first started seeing that people who helped in the cleanup were getting sick about five years after the attacks.
New York lawmakers press for more 9/11 health aid
The House is already planning to include funding, and Schumer’s support makes it likely that if a bill comes together, it will be included.