Childhood exposure to 9/11 dust may still harm health
By The BriefBrief
Research on World Trade Center residue has largely focused on emergency workers, but people who were there as children say they face ongoing health risks.
WHO:People who were at the World Trade Center site as children
WHAT:They report that childhood exposure to 9/11 dust and ash may still be causing health problems.
WHEN:Reported Sep 8, 2026 at 3:00 AM ET
WHERE:USA
WHY:They say their health is at risk from childhood exposure to World Trade Center dust and ash.
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