FDNY Firefighters Still Fighting 9/11 Aftermath | New York City News

Over 20 years after 9/11, the FDNY’s health monitoring program reveals a staggering toll: more than 600 firefighters have died from illnesses tied to exposure at Ground Zero. Nearly 16,000 responders signed up for free testing and treatment, with over 12,000 officially diagnosed with conditions ranging from asthma and cancer to mental health disorders. Commissioner Lillian Bonsignore calls it an ongoing battle, while Dr. David Prezant highlights how early detection saves lives. Encouragingly, 86% of those diagnosed with 9/11-related cancers are still alive five years later — proof that proactive care makes a difference. The city is now investing $4 million in deeper research, as deaths from these long-term effects now outnumber those lost on the day itself. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/f7e0337507b460a4