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World Trade Center Health Program opens new clinic to handle backlog
Thanks to persistent lobbying by 9/11 victims, the 9/11 community, their advocates, and their attorneys, it became unavoidably clear that something had to be done to alleviate…
At least 15 men near Ground Zero after 9/11 have breast cancer, law firm says
As the nation remembers the lives lost during the terrorist attack on September 11, 2001, some are working to bring awareness to first responders and others still suffering…
9/11 ANNIVERSARY: 9/11 DISEASES MAY KILL MORE THAN THOSE WHO DIED ON SEPT. 11
It has been 17 years since first responders rushed in, paying no mind to their own health and safety to rescue, and eventually recover, those who were victims of the September 11 attacks.
As 9/11 victims continue to come forward, officials and advocates fear Compensation Fund may dry up
Seventeen years after the Sept. 11 terror attacks, new victims continue to emerge — and officials are now concerned a fund established to help those suffering from 9/11-related illnesses…
Victims fund could run out before people exposed to 9/11 toxins even know they are ill
As we brace for more deaths linked to the aftermath of 9/11, there’s growing concern that people won’t get the help they need if they fall ill in the future, because they didn’t register…
Gov. Cuomo calls on expansion of 9/11 victims fund amid concerns money could run out
Gov. Cuomo called for a renewal and expansion of the 9/11 Victims Fund Monday following a Daily News report revealing that money meant to compensate people impacted by the terror attacks…
Governor Cuomo Signs Legislation to Deliver Benefits for 9/11 Volunteers and Workers
Governor Andrew M. Cuomo announced today legislation has been signed to extend the period for workers and volunteers to file a Notice of Participation for lost wage and medical benefits…
What we owe them now: Congress must continue 9/11 victims’ aid
Not for a moment should anyone sick from exposure to the toxic stew at the World Trade Center on and following 9/11 have to worry about whether aid will be there for them.
Jon Stewart Advocates for Thousands of 9/11 Victims and Survivors
It has been 17 years since the 9/11 terrorist attacks on the United States.
Three city transit workers died of 9/11-related illnesses this year
Ten city transit workers were honored last summer for their contributions to the 9/11 rescue and recovery operation at Ground Zero.