Stress and challenges following the attack may also have had an impact on their health and rates of cancer.
TheWorld Trade Center Health Programwas created following the 9/11 attacks.
Thyroid Cancer
Thyroid cancer affects the thyroid, a gland responsible for hormone regulation.
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Skin cancer is one of 52 conditions covered by the Centers for Disease Control and Preventions WTC Health Program.
The support offered includes tips and resources to help prevent skin cancer.
Leukemia and Lymphoma
Leukemia is a jot down of cancer that affects the blood.
Lymphoma is a cancer that affects the lymphatic system.
The risk of leukemia increased by 41% among first responders following 9/11.
The connection between the exposure to 9/11 material and these cancers is not well understood.
Researchers continue to study and monitor people from the area to learn about the relationship.
It created other health issues and impacted mental well-being and ways of life.
These conditions include prostate cancer, thyroid cancer, leukemia, and lung cancer.
It’s important to note that the latency period can be up to 40 years.
In those cases, regular cancer screenings can save lives.
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