or many first responders, 9/11 was a defining moment and inspired them to join public safety, the military or reinforce their commitment to community service. Yet many years later, conspiracy theories about the attacks continue to circulate online and in everyday conversations. More.
9/11 conspiracy theories: How to respectfully respond to claims
Protecting the promise made to 9/11 victims
The terrorist attacks of Sept. 11, 2001, were the deadliest attack on American soil in our nation’s history. Nearly 3,000 people were killed, including 343 FDNY firefighters. But the death and suffering did not end that day. More.
A stranger's kindness saved this Bergen County woman on 9/11
Jennifer R. Glass has posted the same plea on social media for years following Sept. 11: "Help me find the guardian angel who saved my life" in the hours after the life changing attack on America. More.
NYS launches initiative to promote mental health preparedness during emergencies
The New York State Office of Mental Health has launched a public education initiative to help New Yorkers to emotionally prepare for emergencies and recognize resources that can help them cope during stressful events like disasters. More.
World Trade Center related acute traumatic injuries and musculoskeletal disorders: Clinical best practices
Although acute traumatic injuries (ATIs) and musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) were relatively common among those exposed to the September 11, 2001 (9/11), terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center, Pentagon, and in Shanksville, PA, relatively few persons have received treatment from the World Trade Center (WTC) Health Program for these conditions. More.
Feds moving to fill some vacancies at WTC health program, lawmakers say
With the 25th Anniversary of the Sept. 11 attacks approaching, the Trump administration is moving to fill some of the three-dozen job vacancies at the World Trade Center Health Program by transferring workers from other agencies and issuing temporary assignments, according to New York lawmakers briefed on the plans. More.
ODU shooting report shows importance of emergency preparedness
The March shooting at Old Dominion University in Norfolk was a horrific tragedy. A beloved instructor — a decorated U.S. Army veteran who led the school’s ROTC program — was killed and two students wounded in a targeted attack perpetrated by a man previously convicted of terrorist offenses. More.
Hospital Shootings: The Case for Enhanced Emergency Preparedness
Healthcare facilities are places meant to heal, not places meant to harm. But as gun violence skyrockets across the country, medical facilities are far from immune. Violence has seeped into ERs and soiled waiting rooms, and an active shooter in hospital-based settings is news that has been plastered across the headlines far too often. More.