Fitness & Health
As triple-digit heat scorches the Eastern U.S., cities are seeing record highs, overwhelmed utilities, and a surge in heat-related illnesses
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The Department of the Interior and the USDA Forest Service announced a new year-round mental health program for wildland firefighters and dispatchers
Chief Jason Caughey calls on organizations and individuals alike to prioritize firefighter mental health
While often present in public safety culture, gallows humor is a double-edged tool — providing momentary relief but carrying emotional risks if left unchecked
More than 460 former CDC employees are being brought back after layoffs that gutted public health programs, including those tackling infectious disease, air quality and workplace safety
At SLEEP 2025, Dr. Nicole Bowles said Portland firefighters feel more balanced on the 1323 shift, despite less sleep and slightly worse performance
The FireRescue1 community asked several great questions during our recent live podcast focused on firefighter therapy
Detailing the updates to NFPA 1580, chapter by chapter, following the consolidation of 1582 and other health-related standards
To fight firefighter cancer risks, the Hayward Fire Department has partnered with Prenuvo to offer full-body MRI scans for early detection, inspired by the legacy of late Captain Steve Holt
House Bill 929 also directs fire departments to purchase gear free of hazardous chemicals and requires mental health monitoring of firefighters
The Allentown Life Safety and Wellness Center would replace the crumbling 100-year-old Central Fire Station, offering modern facilities, gear decon space and support for firefighter health and safety
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Four Syracuse firefighters were treated for heat-related injuries, three hospitalized, while battling their second blaze in an hour during extreme temperatures
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Herrin officials, firefighters and residents gathered for a ribbon-cutting and open house at Herrin’s modern fire station, which replaces a 50-year-old facility
A Norfolk grievance panel upheld the firing of a firefighter over medical marijuana use, despite state law now protecting such use
While these schedules provide a certain degree of flexibility, they can wreak havoc on personnel wellness
Active and retired Scranton firefighters are undergoing preventative esophageal cancer screenings, thanks to a partnership between Local 60 IAFF and Lucid Diagnostics
Firefighter Paul Duran shares his stellate ganglion block experience, and Dr. Jim Lynch explains the science behind the procedure
Andrew Klein details the commercial fire where light smoke turned violent eruption, plus what saved him and how he’s managing his mental health
Following a five-month test period, the Graham FD adopted the 48/96 schedule, ensuring crews stay rested and ready
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