Is Prostate Cancer Covered by the 9/11 Victim Compensation Fund?
Key Takeaways
Prostate cancer is one of the most frequently certified cancers among male 9/11 responders and survivors. Prostate cancer diagnosed at least four years after first 9/11 exposure may be certified as 9/11-related by the World Trade Center Health Program, qualifying you for free treatment and compensation through the September 11th Victim Compensation Fund.
What is the latency period for 9/11 prostate cancer?
Minimum latency4 years (most solid cancers)
Prostate cancer follows the four-year minimum latency rule for solid cancers and cannot be certified if diagnosed within four years of first 9/11 exposure. Certification also requires enrollment in the WTC Health Program and a finding that 9/11 exposure was substantially likely to be a significant factor in causing the cancer.
This page is being expanded with detailed guidance on prostate cancer exposure history, symptoms, and the compensation process. For the full list of covered cancers, see our Covered Conditions page, or request a free case review to find out whether your diagnosis qualifies.
Filing a 9/11 prostate cancer claim
Certification by the WTC Health Program qualifies you for free medical treatment and can support a compensation claim through the September 11th Victim Compensation Fund. Attorney fees for VCF claims are capped at 10% by federal statute.
July 22, 2026. Figures and deadlines may change — confirm the details that apply to your claim.
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