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Changing the Nation's Fire Service - Part 1 Changing the Nation's Fire Service - Part 2 Emergency Services Workers Foundation Face the Facts - NVFC Heart-Healthy Firefighter Resource Guide Firefighter Cancer Support Network
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Health & Wellness Tips
Fatigue/stress warning signs Preventing sprains and strains Changing your lifestyle Be aware of the cancer threat Encourage behavioral health in fire departments
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Featured Article
Firefighter health a hot topic at FDIC 2008
There's never been more attention on health and wellness in the fire service. And the increased focus was reflected at FDIC. The issue was the theme of several education sessions and exhibits at the conference, with Sacramento, Calif., Fire Captain Shawn Perry insisting health and wellness programs at departments are making a difference.
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Health & Wellness News Reports
Department Spotlight: Safety, Health and Survival Week - 06/26/2008
Fire/EMS 2008 Safety, Health and Survival Week presented a great opportunity for the fire service, at every level of organization, to focus on the unique risks that members face every day.

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Health & Wellness Articles
Rehab chair gets to the core of heat stress - 07/07/2008 Calif. firefighter spreading word of occupational cancer dangers - 07/06/2008 Ohio captain dies after stroke at fire station - 06/30/2008 Priorities for Firefighter Health and Well-being - 06/24/2008 Pa. assistant chief denied worker's comp. after heart attack - 06/24/2008
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Firefighters face roadside vest regulations
Firefighters may have one more thing to consider when tackling car fires and other roadway incidents from next year on – the use of a safety vest.
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Fitness for Fire
On the Road to Fitness: Dietary Suggestions
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Health & Wellness News and Announcements
MRSA infections in firefighters “Brotherhood in Action” Celebration Benefit Honoring Chief Dennis Allen set for September Cancer Foundation and MagneGrip Join Forces
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