The annual Morehead City 9/11 Memorial Ride honors and remembers those who died on 9/11. After being postponed two weekends ago due to weather, they finally had the chance to ride out. More.
Bikers ride to honor 9/11 Victims and those serving as First Responders
Remembering the sometimes forgotten 9/11 first responders
Lincoln County Republican Women’s Club hosted their annual first responder appreciation luncheon on Sept. 12 this year with the focus being on 9/11. It’s been 21 years since the tragedy happened. More.
As 21st anniversary nears, advocates keep telling the stories of 9/11 victims, first responders, families
Mary Fetchet, executive director for Voices Center for Resilience, said many 9/11 victims, first responders and families did not get the long-term support, mental health care and wellness they needed. More.
VOICES Annual Symposium Partners with International Law Enforcement to Address Mass Violence
September 9 and 10, 2022, Voices Center for Resilience is sponsoring its 21st Annual Remembrance Symposium in partnership with the Leadership in Counterterrorism Alumni Association (LinCT-AA) and the International Network Supporting Victims of Terrorism and Mass Violence (INVICTM). More.
Jacksonville 9/11 first responder battling cancer dropped from WTC health program after insurance provider switch
A 9/11 first responder battling stage four cancer said he can’t afford medical treatments after losing benefits from the World Trade Center Health Program. The program covers eligible first responders and survivors of the September 11th terror attacks at no cost. More.
September 11 Victim Aid and Compensation Fast Facts
From 2001 to 2003, the September 11th Victim Compensation Fund (VCF) processed claims relating to injuries and deaths caused by the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001. In 2011, the fund was re-opened to compensate first responders and individuals who later experienced health problems related to 9/11. More.
Can PTSD cause dementia? Imaging of 9/11 first responders suggests it's possible
First responders to the World Trade Centers terrorist attacks on 9/11 display who are affected by cognitive impairment (CI) and post-traumatic stress disorder display early signs of neurodegeneration that are unique to their experiences. More.
Congress called to fund medical program for 9/11 survivors
A medical program for survivors of the September 11 attacks is said to be “dangerously” close to running out of funding and advocates are sounding the alarm and asking congress to step in. More.