Sunday, May 19, 2024
5/19/2024
The mental health and substance abuse problems in the World Trade Center (WTC) First Responders have been well documented in the literature. Although a high number of first responders (1 in 8, 12.4%) have suffered from PTSD symptoms according to findings of the WTC Health Registry from 2003-2004, the number of individuals who are at risk for chemical dependency issues is not as well documented. The CDC reported that 9.5% of responders tested positive on the CAGE questionnaire which looks at problems with alcohol consumption. This number is lower than those for PTSD (15.3%) but still a significant number. The goal of this project is to develop a treatment team to address the complex psychological needs of the WTC First Responders with chemical misuse disorders.
HHS’ Tracking Accountability in Government Grants System (TAGGS) website provides access to detailed descriptions of grants, loans, aggregated direct payments and other types of financial assistance awarded by the HHS Operating Divisions (OPDIVs) and the Office of the Secretary Staff Divisions (STAFFDIVs).
