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EDITORIAL: They gave their lives. Let’s give them healthcare.

The September 11th Victim Compensation Fund is running out of money.

Heart risk factors may predict lung damage in 9-11 responders

For firefighters who worked at “Ground Zero” around September 11, 2001, a group of heart-disease risk factors also predicted who was likely to develop World Trade Center-related lung injury years later, researchers say.

Fighting for his life, September 11 first-responder shares an important message

FDNY Firefighter Steven “Bubba” Pascale, of Westerleigh, is fighting for his life against stage 3 kidney cancer.

Reed wants vote for trade agreement, 9/11 victims

Rep. Tom Reed (R-Corning) says he’s trying to build consensus in the House of Representatives around two key issues.

Problem Solvers Caucus Formally Supports the “Never Forget the Heroes Act”

Problem Solvers Caucus Formally Supports the “Never Forget the Heroes Act,” Pushes for Priority Consideration on House Floor Under New House 290 “Consensus Calendar” Rule

Study Finds Increased Risk of PF Among World Trade Center Responders

Exposure to dust in the aftermath of the World Trade Center attacks increased the risk of pulmonary fibrosis (PF) among responders, according to an evaluation of self-reported surveys.

9/11 compensation fund should be fully funded, supported

The terrorist attacks of Sept. 11, 2001, happened close to a generation ago, yet people are still dying as a result.

EDITORIAL: 9/11 compensation fund should be fully funded, supported

The terrorist attacks of Sept. 11, 2001, happened close to a generation ago, yet people are still dying as a result.

New Green Space To Honor Those Suffering From 9/11-Related Illnesses

The 9/11 Memorial and Museum is expanding to honor not only those who were killed in the terror attacks on Sept. 11, 2001, but also the thousands more who have died or gotten sick from the aftermath.

GOP star Liz Cheney backing 9/11 Victims’ Compensation Fund bill

Conservative rising star Rep. Liz Cheney is signing on to the bill to compensate sick and dying 9/11 responders and their survivors, advocates told the Daily News Friday.