Many World Trade Center Rescue Workers Still Struggle with Post-Traumatic Stress
World Trade Center Rescue Workers Are Suffering From Serious Mental Health Problems. World Trade Center rescue workers are suffering from serious mental health problems three years after the 9/11 terrorist attacks, says the New York City Heath Department. The Health Department, which studied data from the World Trade … [Read more...] about Many World Trade Center Rescue Workers Still Struggle with Post-Traumatic Stress
Study of Ground Zero Survivors and High Rate of Neuropathy
High Rate of Neuropathy for Ground Zero Survivors. A study recently published in the Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine from the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) revealed that World Trade Center (WTC) survivors are at an increased risk for neuropathy symptoms. This study … [Read more...] about Study of Ground Zero Survivors and High Rate of Neuropathy
New Bill Signed by Gov. Cuomo Extends Benefits Deadline for 911 Workers
To Seek Lost Wages and Medical Benefits. 9/11 workers will have more time to seek lost wages and medical benefits stemming from their efforts in the September 11th rescue, recovery and clean-up operations. In a press release issued Sept. 11, Gov. Cuomo announced that he has signed new legislation extending the deadline to register … [Read more...] about New Bill Signed by Gov. Cuomo Extends Benefits Deadline for 911 Workers
COPD Is Now Covered Under the Zadroga Act as an Independent Injury
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Is Now an Independent Injury. COPD, also known as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease is now an independent injury under the Zadroga Act. In other words, COPD is covered independently and without need of a prior diagnosis or association with any other respiratory illness for individuals who are … [Read more...] about COPD Is Now Covered Under the Zadroga Act as an Independent Injury
