Governor Hochul has allocated $2 million in funding to advance cancer research specifically focused on first responders who worked at the 9/11 disaster sites. The initiative aims to deepen scientific understanding of health risks faced by those who responded to the attacks, potentially improving treatment and prevention efforts. With first responders still grappling with long-term health consequences, the funding could mark a significant step toward addressing gaps in medical research for this vulnerable group. Details on how the money will be distributed and which institutions will lead the work remain under discussion.


Gov. Hochul earmarks $2 million for cancer research involving 9/11 first responders  CBS News