Program statistics reflect official CDC/NIOSH data through June 30, 2026.
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Can Families of Deceased 9/11 Victims Get Funeral and Burial Costs Reimbursed from the Victim Compensation Fund?
Yes, families who have lost a loved one to a 9/11-related cancer or illness can get reasonable costs of funeral and burial expenses reimbursed through the September 11th Victim Compensation Fund (VCF) as part of a 9/11 wrongful death claim
What Happens If Your VCF Claim is Denied?
If you or a loved one went through the effort of putting together a claim for financial compensation with the September 11th Victim Compensation Fund (VCF) while dealing with a serious illness, and the claim was denied, the situation can feel
How Esophageal Cancer Has Impacted 9/11 Survivors and Responders
The attacks on September 11th caused 70+ different cancers, including a growing number of cases of esophageal cancer. Scientific evidence supports the connection that even decades later, 9/11 exposure is associated with increased risks of esophageal cancer compared with
National Cancer Prevention and Early Detection Month Reminder: Lifetime Healthcare for Downtown Residents and Workers
For the 9/11 downtown workers and residents, National Cancer Prevention and Early Detection Month serves as a reminder of the lifetime health benefits offered by the World Trade Center Health Program. Enrolling in the Health Program allows you to
The 9/11 Community Has an Increased Cancer Risk and Need for Early Cancer Detection
Does it Matter How Long I was in Lower Manhattan on or After 9/11 for me to get 9/11 Health Program Benefits or a VCF Payout?
New clients often ask the same question: how long do you need to be in lower Manhattan on or after 9/11 to qualify for 9/11 health benefits and compensation? The September 11th Victim Compensation Fund (VCF), the federal program
Scholarships for Children of 9/11 First Responders
Support is available for first responders and recovery workers who rushed to help when the Twin Towers fell on September 11, 2001. Firefighters, police officers, EMTs, construction workers, volunteers, and military service members who stepped
How 9/11 Health Research Has Evolved Over the Last Two Decades
Understanding the Link Between 9/11 Exposure and Multiple Myeloma
Among the most serious conditions linked to toxic exposure in the aftermath of the terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center (WTC) is multiple myeloma, a rare but aggressive blood cancer that affects plasma cells.For many first responders, volunteers,