Grenfell Firefighters Face Long-Term Health Crises Linked to Toxic Smoke Exposure

A study reveals over a quarter of firefighters from the 2017 Grenfell Tower fire developed severe health conditions, prompting calls for urgent health monitoring programs.

• A study of 524 firefighters who responded to the Grenfell Tower fire found that 136 have developed serious health conditions, including cancer, respiratory diseases, and neurological disorders.
• The research highlights that many firefighters worked without respiratory protection due to the urgency of the disaster, significantly increasing their exposure to toxic smoke.
• Health experts warn that cases of cancer and other illnesses among Grenfell firefighters are expected to rise over the next decade due to long latency periods for certain conditions.
• The study calls for a health-screening program similar to the one established for 9/11 emergency responders, which has been proven to save lives through early detection and treatment.
• Firefighter unions and Grenfell survivors are urging the government to implement comprehensive health monitoring for both emergency responders and affected residents, as no such program currently exists.

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