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VCF Program Statistics
As of August 31, 2019, the VCF has found 24,907 claimants eligible for compensation.
9/11 World Trade Center exposure linked to heart disease among NYC firefighters
A new study of New York City firefighters has found that exposure to 9/11 World Trade Center (WTC) dust is associated with a significantly increased long-term risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD).
The Long-Term Health Effects of September 11, 2001
Thousands of responders, workers, and volunteers participated in the rescue and cleanup efforts at the World Trade Center (WTC), the Pentagon, and the crash site near Shanksville, Pennsylvania during September 11, 2001 and ensuing months.
241 NYPD officers have died from 9/11 illnesses, 10 times the number killed in World Trade Center attack
More than ten times the number of NYPD police officers have died in the 18 years since 9/11 as were killed in the terror attack on the World Trade Center itself, officials said.
9/11 illnesses continue to kill first responders
Nearly two decades later, first responders are still suffering from the aftermath of 9/11.
First Firefighters to Arrive at World Trade Center on 9/11 Have a Far Higher Risk of Heart Disease
A study of almost 10,000 firefighters who worked at the World Trade Center on September 11 has found those exposed to the dust which emerged from the destroyed buildings were more likely to develop heart problems.
9/11 firefighters who arrived early at World Trade Center may have higher heart risks now
Firefighters who arrived early or spent more time at the World Trade Center site after the 9/11 attacks seem to have a modestly higher risk of developing heart problems than those who came later or stayed less…
Message from Special Master Rupa Bhattacharyya
Today’s program statistics report for the September 11th Victim Compensation Fund (“VCF”) reflects steady progress: as of August 31, 2019, we have made awards to 23,850 individuals…
18 years later: A guide to resources available for Sept. 11 victims, families
To help those still struggling 18 years after the terrorist attacks on Sept. 11, 2001, resources, services, assistance programs and academic scholarships continue to be available to victims and their families.
His health failing, Con Edison 9/11 responder continues fight for compensation
Like millions of New Yorkers, John DeRosa, 60, remembers where he was on Sep. 11, 2001.