NEW YORK, Sept. 4 (Xinhua) -- New York City released its annual report Thursday on the health of rescue workers at the World Trade Center site and nearby residents.

    For the past seven years since the 9/11 terrorist attacks, the city has been monitoring the physical and mental health of recovery workers, first responders, and those living and working in Lower Manhattan, according to a report available on www.ny1.com.

    The World Trade Center Medical Working Group reportedly reviewed more than 100 scientific articles published since 2001 and found that people continue to suffer from a range of issues.

    The study's key findings include respiratory system have persisted for 25 percent of firefighters, two to four years after 9/11.

    Asthma is a common issue for many Lower Manhattan residents, as are mental health problems, like post-traumatic stress disorder. The illness was persistent two to three years after 9/11. Substance abuse and depression have not been fully examined by the report.

    The report advocates for long-term federal funding for treatment and expanding research.

    Along with the report, Mayor Michael Bloomberg is reportedly announcing a new 5-million-dollar campaign, which attempts to reach more people exposed to the attacks, who may not have sought treatment for 9/11-related health problems.