Health Programs • 9/11 Injuries
Autoimmune Study for Sick 9/11 First Responders
The World Trade Center (WTC) Health Program is reviewing a study to be published in a forthcoming issue of the American College of Rheumatology’s Journal, Arthritis & Rheumatology, and currently available online, regarding the risk of new-onset autoimmune disease in individuals with exposures related to the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks at the World Trade Center. The authors conclude that prolonged WTC-site work post-9/11 (more than 2 months) may be an important predictor of systemic autoimmune disease. Depending on the results of this and on-going studies, there may be evidence to add new conditions to the list of WTC-related health conditions covered for treatment within the WTC health program, as well as compensation from the Zadroga Victim Compensation Fund.
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I was a police officer assigned to lower manhattan during the events of 911 and spent many tours on the pile. I retired in 2011 and was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis in 2018. My mobility is increasingly worsening. I’m in the 911 suit was just wondering if autoimmune disease are being looked into?
Hi Tommy, Thank you for your service. We’re so sorry to hear about your health, and we hope you are receiving all the medical care you need. Should you have any questions regarding the free World Trade Center Health Program which will cover all medical costs for 9/11-related illnesses or the permanently extended and funded $10+ Billion Victim Compensation Fund, please call 800-657-0326 or visit 911victims.org. Take care.