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9/11 health program cuts to cause 'life and death' delays, fired worker says

Just before his confirmation as secretary of Health and Human Services, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. pledged to help 9/11 responders and survivors, two U.S. senators from New York said Tuesday. More.

U.S. senators criticize staffing cuts in health care program for 9/11 responders

Two U.S. senators are raising questions about how staffing cuts to the World Trade Center Health Program will affect 9/11 first responders, survivors and residents affected by the terrorist attacks who now live throughout the country. More.

'It lacks humanity': 9/11 community advocates warn of staffing cuts at federal health program

Advocates for the 9/11 community are warning of staffing cuts at a federal program that helps first responders and others sickened by toxic smoke and debris receive medical help. More.

FDNY union reclassifies deaths of retired members as 9/11-related deaths

The Uniformed Firefighters Association ( UFA ) has reclassified the deaths of two retired members of the FDNY as 9/11-related deaths, according to a post on the union’s X, formerly Twitter, page. More.

9/11 survivors urged to get health screenings

Even after nearly a quarter of a century, the fight to get victims of the 9/11 terrorist attacks what they are owed is not over. Advocates said crucial funding for the victims' compensation fund is now in jeopardy. Evan Axelbank reports. More.

9/11 first responders worry federal healthcare program is running out of money

Thousands of first responders who were on the ground after the Sep. 11 attacks are issuing another urgent call as a critical healthcare program faces a federal funding lapse. More.

Health Conditions Linked to 9/11 Exposure

The September 11th attacks left an impact on individuals who lived, worked, or volunteered near Ground Zero. These individuals were exposed to toxic dust and debris, leading to serious health conditions that have continued to surface over time. More.

Health Conditions Linked to 9/11 Exposure

The September 11th attacks left an impact on individuals who lived, worked, or volunteered near Ground Zero. These individuals were exposed to toxic dust and debris, leading to serious health conditions that have continued to surface over time. More.