The events of 11 September 2001 brought together a mix of first responders, volunteers, and other workers to the World Trade Center (WTC) site. These individuals faced significant health risks due to their exposure at the site. The WTC Health Program (WTCHP) was created to support these workers. But not everyone received the help they needed. A recent study looked...
As we mark the 23rd anniversary of the 9/11 terror attacks, it's essential to acknowledge the significance of this date. Every year, the National September 11 Memorial & Museum hosts a commemoration ceremony, honoring the 2,983 lives lost. But beneath the surface of this solemn occasion, a tug-of-war between patriotism and politicization threatens to overshadow the t...
Imagine being in the midst of chaos, with flames and debris surrounding you. That's what Gus Cabarcas, a retired New York Police Department sergeant, experienced on September 11, 2001. The 57-year-old spoke at an event at Collin College, where a memorial honoring the fallen first responders and others who died in the terrorist attack was unveiled. The memorial i...