Higher Rates of Airway Disease in 9/11 Workers
9/11 Workers High Rates Of Airway Disease. Research Continues to Link 9/11 to Serious Health Problems. In the years that have passed since the September 11th terrorist attacks, studies have continued to show that people exposed to the toxic dust from the World Trade Center (WTC) have higher rates of serious medical … [Read more...] about Higher Rates of Airway Disease in 9/11 Workers
Jimmy Nolans Law gives injured 911 heroes more time to file claims
More Time to File Compensation Claims. New York's 9/11 emergency workers now have more time to file compensation claims. Earlier this month, New York Governor David Paterson signed “Jimmy Nolan's Law” which extends the time that 9/11 workers can file claims against the City of New York and private contractors for injuries resulting … [Read more...] about Jimmy Nolans Law gives injured 911 heroes more time to file claims
In New Video, 9/11 Responders and Workers Call for Extension of Zadroga Act
An Emotional Call for the Extension of Zadroga Act. Citizens for the Extension of the James Zadroga Act, a group of advocates for 9/11 responders and clean-up workers, has released a new video, an emotional call for the extension of the Zadroga Act. The Zadroga Act provides treatment and compensation for those who were … [Read more...] about In New Video, 9/11 Responders and Workers Call for Extension of Zadroga Act
DOH To Study Fatalities Of 9/11 Workers
Fatalities Among 9/11 Workers. The New York State Health Department has joined with the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) to study fatalities among workers who participated in the recovery and cleanup efforts at the World Trade Center site to determine what health issues have been raised in those … [Read more...] about DOH To Study Fatalities Of 9/11 Workers
‘Wake up and do something’ about our health, 9/11 workers
9/11 Workers Rallied Outside The Hospital Demand More Help. As a retired cop struggled for breath in an intensive-care unit yesterday, other Ground Zero veterans rallied outside the hospital to show their support and demand more help for those who are suffering. "The government needs to wake up and do something. More and more guys … [Read more...] about ‘Wake up and do something’ about our health, 9/11 workers
