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9/11 responders' cancer sparks fears of epidemic
A spate of recent deaths of New York firefighters and police officers could be the start of a delayed epidemic of cancer-related illness Full Story

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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)

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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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Get Ready for the Challenge – Part 2

During the first part of this series we discussed the application of leg endurance for the tower ascent and descent. The next step to this process will be getting the upper body strength and muscle reaction  ... Full Story


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