WTC Health Program - Clinical Center of Excellence at Mount Sinai

02/12/2024

The VCF released its twelfth Annual Report, which focuses on the significance changes, challenges and achievements of 2023. Copy of the report can be found here:

01/16/2024

We are saddened by the news of Joseph Zadroga passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family and loved ones.

Joseph Zadroga was the father of James Zadroga, an NYPD detective who died in 2006 of a respiratory disease attributed to his work at Ground Zero.

07/03/2023

Fireworks are used to celebrate many events, from holidays to music concerts and sports. Even though fireworks are meant to entertain us, it is not uncommon for the sounds, intense light or smells to cause distress. Those who have gone through a trauma that included explosions, gunfire, loud noises or fire may be more likely to find fireworks to be a reminder—a trigger or cue—of such past events. You can take steps to manage the impact of fireworks on your well—being. Learn more on how to manage symptoms https://www.ptsd.va.gov/understand/what/fireworks_ptsd.asp

Have a safe 4th of July!

Apply for and manage the VA benefits and services you’ve earned as a Veteran, Servicemember, or family member—like health care, disability, education, and more.

06/07/2023

New York State is experiencing very poor air quality due to the Canadian wildfires. We are closely monitoring the situation to ensure the safety of our patients and staff. We also offer telehealth appointments at our WTC Health Program - Clinical Center of Excellence at Mount Sinai.
Here are a few actions you can take while we are under this Air Quality Alert:
• We encourage everyone, especially the elderly and anyone with respiratory illness, to limit their outdoor activities when the Air Quality Index (AQI) is high. To check the latest information on local air quality, visit https://www.airnow.gov/
• If possible, try to stay indoors and keep your windows shut.
• If you need to go outside, we recommend that you wear any mask (surgical, n95) you have available to you.
• If you are in distress and having trouble breathing, please go to your nearest urgent care or emergency room.

AirNow is your one-stop source for air quality data. Our recently redesigned site highlights air quality in your local area first, while still providing air quality information at state, national, and world views.

05/29/2023

05/24/2023

From the 🇺🇸 September 11th Victim Compensation Fund (VCF): A message from new VCF Special Master Allison Turkel
www.vcf.gov/blog/message-special-master-may-16-2023
Reminder: The VCF is SEPARATE from the WTC Health Program. For all VCF matters, contact them directly at 1-855-885-1555 or vcf.gov.

Dear Friends, The two months since I started as the new permanent Special Master of the September 11th Victim Compensation Fund (“VCF”) have flown by and have been both intense and rewarding. I have benefitted greatly from the training and guidance provided by the VCF’s excellent leadership te...

02/06/2023

ICYMI: As of January 18, 2023, all types of uterine cancer, including endometrial cancer, have been added to the List of WTC-Related Health Conditions (List).

The addition of uterine cancer to the List means that uterine cancer is now eligible for certification by the WTC Health Program. Program members with certified uterine cancer can receive treatment covered by the Program at no out-of-pocket cost on and after January 18, 2023.

More information on this addition: https://bit.ly/UterineCancerWTC

06/01/2022

The World Trade Center (WTC) Health Program has launched Health Effects of 9/11, a new online exhibition devoted to raising awareness about the ongoing health effects linked to 9/11 exposures. As we mark the 20th anniversary of the formal end of recovery operations at Ground Zero this week, this exhibit is dedicated to all people impacted by 9/11, including those who lost their lives that day, those who have died from 9/11-related illnesses, and those who continue to struggle with 9/11-related illness or injury.

🆕 We are proud to present the online exhibition “Health Effects of 9/11,” developed in partnership with the David J. Sencer CDC Museum.

Learn more about 9/11 exposures, WTC-related health conditions, the history of and advocacy for the WTC Health Program, and 9/11 health research achievements. 9/11 responders and survivors actively took part in the development of the exhibition, sharing their stories, images, and experiences.

Explore the exhibition: www.cdc.gov/wtc/exhibition/index.html

⚠️The content and images in this exhibition may be sensitive in nature to some audiences, especially responders and survivors of 9/11. Discretion is advised.

05/17/2022

📬 WTC Health Program members with a certified condition should be on the lookout for a welcome kit in the mail from Express Scripts soon.

💊Express Scripts is the new Pharmacy Benefit Manager for the Program effective JUNE 1, 2022. More: http://cdc.gov/wtc/pbmtransition.html

05/12/2022

Statement from the WTC Health Program and FAQs on the Notice of Proposed Rulemaking to Add Uterine Cancer to the List of WTC-Related Health Conditions: https://www.cdc.gov/wtc/newsFRN20220510.html

11/11/2021

Today, we pause to express our deep gratitude and sincere appreciation to our veterans for their brave service to our country. We offer our heartfelt thanks to everyone who has ever worn the uniform of the United States Armed Forces. Thank you for answering the call of duty and for the extraordinary sacrifices you and your families have made on our behalf in the name of freedom and peace.