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Tips to Protect Your Health
If you were exposed to the WTC disaster and have developed symptoms or conditions you feel are related to this exposure, find out more about the federal WTC Health Program, which provides services to eligible individuals with no out-of-pocket costs no matter where you live now.
Whether or not you are currently experiencing symptoms, it is important to maintain your health and detect any new conditions. Learn more about ways you can protect your health:
- Get vaccinated against respiratory illnesses like the seasonal flu, COVID-19, and RSV. Find where you can vaccinated for these and other illnesses on the NYC Health Map.
- See a doctor. Get a physical exam every year that includes a complete blood count (CBC). Talk to your doctor about getting all the exams you need, including cancer screenings. If you need help getting or renewing health insurance, speak with an enrollment counselor.
- If you drink alcohol, use mindful drinking strategies. If you are concerned about your drinking or need help to reduce or stop drinking, learn about treatment and support options.
- If you are interested in quitting smoking, cutting back, or staying smoke- or vape-free, visit NYC Quits. Tobacco is known to cause cancer and makes existing respiratory conditions worse.
- If you need someone to talk to, free and confidential connection to mental health and substance use support is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week at 988.
- Eat nutritious foods, including whole and minimally processed foods and lots of plants. See tips and resources to help you eat nutritious meals that support your health.