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Kennedy’s leadership puts all of us in danger
Since Kennedy took over HHS, first responders and others suffering from illnesses due to the toxic fumes in the wake of the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks haven’t been able to get the research, care, treatment or even communication they deserve.
Lawmakers try to revive, once again, the 9/11 Workers Protection Task Force
Nearly 20 years after it was first created, recently enacted legislation looks to breathe new life into a panel of New York state and local officials charged with looking into the impacts of toxic exposures at ground zero and making recommendations on retirement and disability benefits.
Gillibrand Looks to Secure Funding for 9/11 Health Program
Ahead of the 24th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks, New York Senator Kirsten Gillibrand (D- NY) is calling on congress to fully fund a program that helps people who have 9/11 related cancers.
Fox News’ Eric Shawn reveals cancer and respiratory illness from 9/11 toxic dust
“I have two different diagnoses under the World Trade Center Program,” he said, referencing the federal program that provides monitoring and treatment for survivors, responders and others directly affected in New York, at the Pentagon and in Shanksville, Pennsylvania.
‘Couldn’t believe’: Michigan woman recalls 9/11 tragedy
24 years ago, when the deadliest terrorist attack in history happened, one Michigan woman watched it unfold from her college dorm room. She says the tragedy would later turn her life upside down.
Veteran 9/11 first responders continue to face health challenges 24 years later
Many of the first responders who worked at the three 9/11 sites in Manhattan, Arlington, and Shanksville — where 2,977 people died on Sept. 11, 2001 — have suffered respiratory illnesses, cancers, and mental health conditions.
Funding cuts hinder health program for 9/11 first responders
More than 400 firefighters have died due to health complications from working in the toxic debris at Ground Zero following the 9/11 attacks. Dr. Steven Markowitz, a member of the board which advises the World Trade Center health program, joins to discuss.
24 Years Later: 9/11 First Responders and Survivors Still Battle Health Conditions
According to the CDC, approximately 400,000 people were exposed to hazardous substances during and in the months following the attacks. These exposures have resulted in a wide range of documented health conditions affecting first responders, survivors, and area residents.
9/11 victims “deserve better from Congress,” first responder advocate says
As the nation marks 24 years since the deadly terrorist attacks on Sept. 11, 2001, advocates are calling on Congress to approve more funding to care for first responders and survivors.
Fox News correspondent Eric Shawn reveals 9/11-related cancer diagnosis
Shawn made the revelation during Thursday’s live broadcast from Lower Manhattan on the 24th anniversary of September 11th, telling viewers he has “two different diagnoses under the World Trade Center Program.”