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Firefighter LODDs lowest in more than 15 years
Ninety firefighters were killed in the line of duty in 2009; the leading cause of fatalities was stress or overexertion Full Story

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Ark. firefighter dies of heart attack on fire call - 01/27/2010 Charleston firefighters sue sofa store - 01/24/2010 Miss. firefighter collapses on fireground, dies - 01/19/2010 Ky. firefighter dies after responding to fire alarm - 01/19/2010 Ohio firefighter dies weeks after collapse - 01/18/2010

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The Pink Ribbon Fire Truck Tour visits the East Hartford, Conn., fire department on Thursday. Local firefighters turned out in support of a deputy chief's aide who was diagnosed with breast cancer. (Photo Patrick Dooley)

Health & Wellness Resources

Face the Facts - NVFC Heart-Healthy Firefighter Resource Guide Find out more about WFI, the new standard in firefighter fitness Preventing Carbon Monoxide Poisoning After an Emergency

Health & Wellness Industry News

New Free Mental Health Topics for First Responders Program Available FDNY Receives $25,000 Grant For Training, Technology and Exercise Equipment Firefighter Cancer Support Network to Hold Star-Studded Gala Dinner and Fundraiser

About This Topic

The health and wellness topic covers fitness, nutrition and physical preparation for firefighting. On this page, you’ll find tips on exercising around the firehouse, eating right and dealing with the stress. Learn to do proper fire rehab and stay informed about firefighter health to avoid the injuries and illnesses, like heart disease, that are common killers in the fire service.

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Bryan Fass

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How to Stay Injury Free in 2010

It seems like we just had the holidays a few months ago, and now here they are again. That also means now is the perfect time to begin planning your New Year's resolutions. Since we have all made and seldom  ... Full Story


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Health & Wellness Links

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