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9/11 survivors concerned about future of World Trade Center Health Program

t’s been nearly 24 years since the September 11 attacks left a lasting mark on the United States—and first responders and their families. Thousands of 9/11 survivors, including many in Southeastern North Carolina, are still battling health issues. More.

The Invisible Cost: Physical Illnesses Among 9/11 Responders

The devastating aftereffects of 9/11 have continued to haunt the world decades after their occurrence. Emergency workers, firefighters, police, and paramedics were exposed to unprecedented trauma, both physically and psychologically. More.

Trump eyes cutting program that helps Columbus first responders prep for disaster

Those who work behind the scenes to help keep central Ohio events like Red, White and Boom safe could see their federal funding go from millions to zero if President Donald Trump's budget request is granted. More.

Mental Health and Disasters

Being prepared for emergencies is one of the many ways you take care of children, staff, and families in your program. Keeping mental health in mind when you are planning for disasters and during response and recovery activities helps protect everyone from the psychological harm of natural disasters and emergencies. More.

Registration open, date announced for 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb at Lambeau Field

Officials announced the date for the 13th annual 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb at Lambeau Field, also noting that registration for the event is now open. More.

Aurora exhibit explores impact of 9/11 terror attacks: ‘It’s really powerful’

An exhibit focusing on the impact of the attacks on the United States on Sept. 11, 2001, is running now through Sept. 13 at the Aurora Regional Fire Museum in downtown Aurora. More.

‘It’s upsetting:’ There's a looming funding shortfall for the World Trade Center Health Program

Nathan Coward was a soldier at Fort McNair in Washington, D.C. when terrorists flew a plane into the Pentagon on Sept. 11, 2001. He responded to the attack, helping to recover the victims and remove debris. More.

9/11 survivors living in North Carolina are at risk of losing medical benefits

Advocates for survivors of the Sept. 11 terror attacks are speaking out as a federally funded health program meant to cover their 9/11-related illnesses faces an uncertain future. More.