9/11 responders still battle illnesses, PTSD 25 years on

A quarter-century after the 9/11 attacks, thousands of firefighters and rescuers continue to suffer from chronic illnesses and mental health conditions linked to toxic dust exposure. The item underscores the long-tail health burden of the disaster, though it offers no new data or policy shift. It matters as a reminder of ongoing public-health costs and potential future claims.