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New report sheds light on lasting health impact of 9/11 rescue effort
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· September 1, 2026
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Key points The report's release comes twenty-five years after a major incident. A new report is forthcoming that will examine the lasting health consequences for responders.
A new report is forthcoming that will examine the lasting health consequences for responders. Firefighters, EMTs, and paramedics are among those whose health will be assessed. The report's release comes twenty-five years after a major incident.
Details on the health effects of the rescue effort will be provided in the report. Further information on the report's findings can be obtained from the source, which will release the report detailing long-term health effects on responders.
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Category: safety ·
Published: September 1, 2026 ·
Source: ABC13 Houston (KTRK) ·
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