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The Relationship between 9/11 Exposure, Systemic Autoimmune Disease, and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder: A Mediational Analysis
Although emerging evidence suggests 9/11 exposure may be associated with SAD, more research is needed, particularly using pooled data sources from other 9/11-exposed cohorts.
9/11 WTC First Responders and Coal Miners in Common Cause?
When the Build Back Better initiative was sunk , editorial writers said it was a blow for the White House — but it was also a setback for the nation’s coal miners as well as 9/11 WTC first responders and survivors.
FBI police official dies of 9/11-related cancer
The uniform Tao wore on 9/11 is on permanent display at the Bureau’s police office headquarters.
4 former members of the New York City Fire Department die of 9/11-related illnesses within 4 days, FDNY says
The former FDNY members — Michael Verzi, Robert Reynolds, Vincent Mandala and Jack McCauley — all died during the end of May, the FDNY said.
FDNY loses three retired members to 9/11-related illnesses, officials say
Three smokeaters who aided in rescue and recovery efforts at the World Trade Center after the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks died over Memorial Day weekend of illnesses related to their work.
World Trade Center (WTC) Health Program Launches 9/11 Health Effects Online Exhibition
This exhibit is dedicated to all people impacted by 9/11, including those who lost their lives, those who died from 9/11-related illnesses, and those who continue to struggle with 9/11-related illness or injury.
Uterine cancer may be added to the list of 9/11-related health issues
Uterine cancer makes up 3.4 percent of all new cancer cases nationally and will cause an estimated 12,550 deaths this year, according to the National Cancer Institute.
Panel could add uterine cancer to WTC Health Program coverage
Currently, uterine cancer is the only type of cancer not covered under the program.
Cancers of the uterus finally headed to list of 9/11 illnesses — boon to female first responders, downtown NYC residents
Members of New York’s congressional delegation have repeatedly petitioned the WTC Health Program to put cancers of the uterus on the 9/11 illness list.
World Trade Center Health Program Publishes Notice of Proposed Rulemaking
The WTC Health Program is considering adding uterine cancer to the WTC-Related Conditions list.