Study Links 9/11 Firefighters To Heightened Risk Of Heart Disease

A study in the Journal of the American Medical Association highlights the increased risk of cardiovascular disease among firefighters exposed to dust from the World Trade Center after 9/11. Those who arrived early or worked longer at the site face higher risks. Despite these findings, the James Zadroga 9/11 Health and Compensation Act of 2010 does not cover these conditions. Over 200 firefighters have died from related illnesses, underscoring the need for ongoing health monitoring of disaster survivors.

What did the study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association find about firefighters exposed to World Trade Center dust?

• They are immune to respiratory diseases.

• They have an elevated risk of developing heart disease.

• They have a lower risk of cardiovascular disease.

• They have no significant health risks.

How much higher is the risk of cardiovascular disease for firefighters who arrived at the World Trade Center on the morning of the attack?

• 10% higher

• 20% higher

• 60% higher

• 44% higher

What was the largest concentration of dust found after the World Trade Center collapse?

• A week later

• A month later

• Immediately after the collapse

• A year later

What does the James Zadroga 9/11 Health and Compensation Act of 2010 fail to cover?

• Firefighters' salaries

• Travel expenses for firefighters

• Medical care for cardiovascular conditions

• Building reconstruction

What do the study's authors suggest is necessary for the health of disaster survivors?

• Immediate evacuation

• No further action

• Long-term health monitoring

• Short-term medical aid