9/11 dust linked to hidden heart and lung damage: new study seeks answers
NCT ID NCT05215171
First seen Feb 04, 2026 · Last updated May 20, 2026 · Updated 18 times
Summary
This study looks at how breathing in dust from the World Trade Center collapse may cause heart and lung problems in FDNY first responders. Researchers will measure blood markers and lung function in 100 retired or light-duty firefighters. The goal is to better understand these health issues and find ways to detect them early.
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NYU Clinical & Translational Science Institute Clinical Research Center (CTSI CRC)
RECRUITINGNew York, New York, 10016, United States
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