Workers who helped with clean
up at Ground
Zero after the 9/11 attacks are being plagued with health problems, ranging from respiratory disease to heart
failure. James Zadroga, Timothy Keller and Felix Hernandez all worked at the site in various capacities.They all began
to cough up bits of gravel after toiling in the debris-soaked air. And within the past seven months, all three men have
died from respiratory-related illnesses. Keller was working at the towers on September 11 and barely escaped
the South Tower collapse. He later developed emphysema and died in June 2005 from heart disease complicated by
bronchitis and emphysema. None of the above individuals smoked or led lives that would have put them at risk for
respiratory complications. Health care officials are unclear about just how many workers may be affected by these
symptoms, it could take decades to unravel the many details.Note: The contents of this blog are for informational purposes only and should not be construed as medical advice or substitute for professional care. For medical emergencies, dial 911!
Ground zero workers die from breathing debris-laden air
Workers who helped with clean
up at Ground
Zero after the 9/11 attacks are being plagued with health problems, ranging from respiratory disease to heart
failure. James Zadroga, Timothy Keller and Felix Hernandez all worked at the site in various capacities.They all began
to cough up bits of gravel after toiling in the debris-soaked air. And within the past seven months, all three men have
died from respiratory-related illnesses. Keller was working at the towers on September 11 and barely escaped
the South Tower collapse. He later developed emphysema and died in June 2005 from heart disease complicated by
bronchitis and emphysema. None of the above individuals smoked or led lives that would have put them at risk for
respiratory complications. Health care officials are unclear about just how many workers may be affected by these
symptoms, it could take decades to unravel the many details.Reader Comments
(Page 1)2. Sorry to hear of that. Here is another story, "After 9/11: A Korean Girl’s Sexual Journey?" (http://www.youngheecha.com) I strongly believe that you will have something to say about it.
Most amazing thing is Ch. 43, "9/11s are forgiveness," which makes "9/11" a general noun for the worst disaster that could happen in one's life. I have never seen any writer put it this way.
If I bothered you, please forgive me; I just wanted to share my feelings about this book.
Best Wishes,
Eugune
Posted at 4:15PM on Jan 26th 2006 by Euguen Kim
1. Sorry to hear of that. Here is another story, "After 9/11: A Korean Girl’s Sexual Journey?" (http://www.youngheecha.com) I strongly believe that you will have something to say about it.
Most amazing thing is Ch. 43, "9/11s are forgiveness," which makes "9/11" a general noun for the worst disaster that could happen in one's life. I have never seen any writer put it this way.
If I bothered you, please forgive me; I just wanted to share my feelings about this book.
Best Wishes,
Eugune
Posted at 4:13PM on Jan 26th 2006 by Euguen Kim