At least 15 men near the ground zero have breast cancer

(HealthDay) – At least 15 men who worked near Ground Zero after the Sept. 11 attacks were diagnosed with breast cancer, according to a New York law firm.

according to CBS NewsOne of the firm's clients worked for a data storage company near the World Trade Center and was diagnosed with stage 3 breast cancer. Another worked as a commodities broker in the area of World Trade Center until 2007. He was preparing to participate in an Iron Man race when he noticed a lump on his chest. He did tests shortly thereafter and learned that he had breast cancer.

Some studies have concluded that people exposed to the World Trade Center site, including firefighters and recovery workers, "will suffer a greater cancer burden than would be expected from a similar population", according to CBS.

The World Trade Center Health Program, set up by Congress, addresses a specific list of physical and mental health problems caused by exposure to the September 11th terrorist attacks. The program covers 68 cancers, including breast cancer.

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