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VCF 2023 Annual Report
This report summarizes the VCF’s 12th year of operation, and focuses on the significant changes, challenges, and achievements of 2023.
New York State Trooper dies from 9/11-related illness after working at WTC site
Trooper Steven A. Tyrrell, 58, was assigned to New York City to aid in the search and recovery efforts.
The Importance of Lung Cancer Screening in Individuals Exposed to the World Trade Center Disaster
Our study findings demonstrate that beginning lung cancer screening at the age of 50 years and in those with fewer pack-years likely contributes to improved survival after a lung cancer diagnosis.
9/11 first responder who advocates for firefighters’ health diagnosed with cancer
Retired FDNY Chief Richard Alles lives a healthy lifestyle and is an avid runner.
Funeral for Joseph Zadroga, advocate for health benefits for 9/11 first responders sickened at Ground Zero
Zadroga, 76, of Little Egg Harbor, New Jersey, was struck and killed earlier this month in a hospital parking lot where he had been visiting his ailing wife.
‘He was selfless’: Hundreds mourn Joseph Zadroga, advocate for Ground Zero survivors
After his son’s death in 2006, Joe Zadroga essentially put his retirement on hold and became a prime advocate for increased federal health benefits for those suffering from Ground Zero health issues.
Push for new avenue to compensation for NJ 9/11 responders
“We owe it to the heroes of 9/11 to ensure they are duly compensated, no matter how much time has passed since the September 11th attacks,” Sen. Joseph Lagana (D-Bergen) said in a statement.
Johnson’s plan to expedite tax deal already faces backlash
The possibility of a suspension vote, which would allow leadership to limit floor debate and amendments, angered both blue state Republicans and the right flank of the party.
Lagana, Scutari Bill Securing Workers’ Comp Benefits for 9/11 Responders Passes Committee
Under the bill, responders would be eligible for benefits, regardless of when the claim is filed, provided that the worker was treated or monitored through the World Trade Center Health Program.
Former NY environmental police officer in Cayuga, Onondaga counties dies of 9/11 illness
David McShane died of cancer linked to his service at ground zero in the aftermath of the Sept. 11 attacks in 2001.