A study led by researchers at the National Cancer Institute-designated Montefiore Einstein Comprehensive Cancer Center (MECCC) has found that mutations in blood-forming cells may explain the increased risk for leukemia and other blood disorders among first responders exposed to the 9/11 World Trade Center (WTC) disaster site and its toxic dust. More.
9/11 study shows how toxic exposures may lead to blood cancers
Lawmakers worry about hundreds of CT residents in World Trade Center Health Program
According to CDC data, there are more than 1,500 people in Connecticut who are enrolled in the World Trade Center Health Program. It’s a federal program that was established in 2011, and it covers funding for people with 9/11-related illnesses. Nationwide, data from the CDC shows over $342 million of medical claims were approved by the program in the past year. More.
9/11 survivor working to help others overcome trauma
This month, New Yorkers once again paused to reflect on the Sept. 11, 2001, attacks. For survivor Samantha Silverman, the memory is personal. She was working on Wall Street in 2001, witnessed the attacks at the World Trade Center, and narrowly escaped being buried alive. More.
24 Years Later: 9/11 First Responders and Survivors Still Battle Health Conditions
Two decades after the September 11 terror attacks, hundreds of thousands of people continue to face serious health consequences from toxic exposures at Ground Zero and surrounding areas. More.
Advocates seek to expand health program for 9/11 survivors. Here's what they want.
New York City and the nation are getting ready to mark 24 years since the September 11, 2001 terror attacks. As the city honors the victims, advocates are calling on Congress to pass legislation to help ensure funding to care for first responders and survivors of 9/11. More.
Democrats demand answers from Kennedy over delayed actions of 9/11 health program
Ahead of the 24th anniversary of 9/11, Democrats are demanding answers from Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. about the future of the federal World Trade Center Health Program, which covers treatment for 9/11-related illnesses such as cancer and chronic coughs. More.
Group that has advised on health issues since 9/11 no longer meets under Trump administration
For the past 24 years a panel of doctors, union leaders and advocates met monthly with federal health officials to address the mounting health concerns surrounding 9/11 first responders and survivors. More.
'Delay and deny care' to 9/11 survivors. Trump HHS cuts World Trade Center Program staff
The Trump administration fired hundreds of staff at the National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH), including those at the World Trade Center Health Program who treat 9/11 first responders and survivors. More.