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9/11 Responders' Health Program Faces Crisis Amid Cuts

5/2/2025

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The World Trade Center Health Program is in turmoil, with staffing cuts and leadership instability threatening the care of over 150,000 9/11 responders and survivors. Critical treatments, including chemotherapy, are on hold due to certification delays. Advocates are calling on Congress to restore funding and leadership, emphasizing the urgent need to uphold promises made to those impacted by the attacks.

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Story summary

The World Trade Center Health Program is in turmoil, with staffing cuts and leadership instability threatening the care of over 150,000 9/11 responders and survivors. Critical treatments, including chemotherapy, are on hold due to certification delays. Advocates are calling on Congress to restore funding and leadership, emphasizing the urgent need to uphold promises made to those impacted by the attacks.