Reactive airway dysfunction syndrome - 9/11 Victim Compensation Fund claims

9/11 responders and survivors are at risk of reactive airway dysfunction syndrome

RADS is a condition similar to asthma that can develop after exposure to irritants, like the harmful chemicals and fumes present in the 9/11 dust cloud. Unlike asthma, RADS isn't triggered by allergies. Common symptoms include:

• persistent coughing
• wheezing
• chest tightness
• difficult breathing
• throat swelling
• burning sensation in the nose and throat
• rapid heart rate

9/11 VCF payout for reactive airway dysfunction syndrome

If you were exposed to the toxic dust from the 9/11 attacks and have since developed RADS, you might be eligible to receive compensation from the 9/11 Victims Compensation Fund. The amount you get is calculated based on a formula that considers your pain and suffering, medical expenses, and lost income, minus any other money you've received for your injuries. For respiratory illnesses, the maximum payout is $90,000, but the actual amount depends on how severe your condition is. In 2021, the VCF gave nearly $1.5 billion to almost 10,000 people who qualified. In rare cases with multiple or serious illnesses, compensation could go up to $325,000.