The events of September 11, 2001 are forever with us. Whether we are old enough to remember where we were or have heard stories from family, friends and colleagues, we are reminded every year on the anniversary as the names of those we lost are read at the events commemorating the tragedy. We also have watched countless first responders and others who lived and worked at ground zero die from diseases caused by the event. In fact, nearly 2000 deaths have been attributed to post-9/11 illnesses and that number is sadly growing.