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Program Videos

Informational Videos

A series of videos that answers frequently asked questions about the WTC Health Program. Note: These informational videos were created by the non-profit organization 9/11 Health Watch in collaboration with the WTC Health Program.

The WTC Health Program Explained– All instructional videos in one starting with a special message from Administrator of the WTC Health Program, Dr. John Howard.

What is the difference between the WTC Health Program and the September 11th Victim Compensation Fund?

Are you eligible for the WTC Health Program?

What does the WTC Health Program cover?

Once enrolled by the WTC Health Program, where can I get treatment?

How does the WTC Health Program handle responders, how do they get services, how are they eligible?

How does the WTC Health Program handle survivors, how do they get services, how are they eligible?

How do you complete the WTC Health Program responder application?

How do you complete the WTC Health Program Survivor Application?

How does the WTC Health Program deal with Workers Comp for Responders and Insurance for Survivors?

Where can I find more information on the WTC Health Program?

Member Stories

Alex... After 9/11, Alex worked long days as a clean up worker in lower Manhattan, which took a serious toll on his health.

Bob...Bob lives in Lower Manhattan and became sick soon after the 9/11 attacks. The WTC Health Program helped him recover.

Cynthia...The WTC Health Program has helped thousands of responders, and residents and workers recover their health following the 9/11 attacks. 

Florence...On 9/11, Florence escaped the south tower before it collapsed. She survived but was left with severe asthma and other health problems.

Glenn...Glenn, NYPD officer, helped others get the care they needed. The WTC Health Program then helped Glenn recover.

John...John, a construction and demolition worker lost half of his foot working at Ground Zero.

Lainie...Lainie worked in lower Manhattan—both on 9/11 and in the weeks that followed. The dust cloud left her with serious health problems.

Lillian...Lillian, a mom from the lower East side, found her family struggling with severe asthma following 9/11.

Morris...After 9/11 Morris volunteered for months with the recovery effort. He developed asthma and depression. He says The WTC Health Program helped save his life.

Stanley...Stanley, a firefighter, was part of the rescue effort at the North Tower on 9/11. He survived but was left with breathing and other health problems. The WTC Health Program helped Stanley recover.

Hope and Recovery with the WTC Health Program...The WTC Health Program has helped thousands of responders, and residents and workers recover their health following the 9/11 attacks. (60 second PSA)

Outreach Videos

FealGood Foundation Video Featuring Comedian Jon Stewart to Reach 9/11 Responders and Survivors...John Feal, President and Founder of the FealGood Foundation in a special collaboration with comedian Jon Stewart to help those affected by the September 11th terrorist attacks.

Hope and Recovery with the WTC Health Program...Learn more about the WTC Health Program as members and medical providers share their stories and inspiration. .