Firefighter Cancer
The cancer resource page features news, information, videos, podcasts and feature articles about this massive health issue facing the fire service.
The model blends red light therapy, infrared sauna and cold immersion into a synergistic system designed to support firefighter health
The decontamination unit comes with four exercise bikes specifically designed not to off-gas in the heat
Backed by a $2.35M FEMA grant, the department is rolling out 1,100 sets of UL-certified, PFAS-free ensembles
The downloadable graphic shows the proper step-by-step doffing process aimed at protecting firefighters from harmful contaminants trapped in their gear
Retired FDNY Deputy Chief James Riches is remembered as a tireless advocate for survivors and one of the voices of the 9/11 community
Senate Bill 241 would penalize municipalities that unsuccessfully challenge Palumbo Act cancer claims
The union representing New York City firefighters is calling for a full investigation after officials uncovered documents on Ground Zero health hazards that the city had long claimed did not exist
A new four-bill package would require the FDNY to replace turnout gear, add regular health screenings for firefighters and retirees, and test firehouse drinking water
The NFFF and FDNY will add the firefighters’ names to the National Fallen Firefighters Memorial, with Gov. Kathy Hochul, Mayor Eric Adams and FDNY leaders attending
The Lehi (Utah) fire chief was recently named the IAFC’s Career Fire Chief of the Year
The firefighters’ union moved to dismiss with prejudice its PFAS-related lawsuit over NFPA’s firefighter gear standard
Richmond Firefighter Jonathan Clarke alleges companies like 3M, Chemours and Honeywell knew turnout gear contained cancer-linked “forever chemicals” but hid the danger
Several organizations, including FireRescue1, have been recognized for their efforts to boost enrollment in the registry
Fire-focused federal programs face closures, furloughs and funding gaps as essential disaster response continues
How a simple question — “Can you paint our engine pink?” — led to a powerful campaign for firefighters
Personal reflections on diagnosis, support systems, treatment, recovery and the path ahead
Firefighters are protected from hidden station hazards with direct exhaust capture, air purification and real-time monitoring
The national database aims to close the gap in firefighter cancer research
After Allentown Firefighter Jeff Tomczak died of pancreatic cancer, his wife and IAFF leaders urge legislators to fund comprehensive screenings, remove PFAS from gear and foam and pass bipartisan protections
The state is backing research into firefighting and cancer, citing 9/11-scale exposure concerns and developing stronger protections for crews battling wildfires near cities
After reporting on smoke-linked illnesses and pressure from lawmakers, the agency will stock and provide N95s for light use, while still barring masks during arduous work
South Lockport Fire Company flags 9/11-linked cancer risks, providing coverage and stressing screening and decontamination to curb PFAS and smoke exposure
Ahead of the attacks’ 24th anniversary, the department engraved 39 newly fallen members, bringing post-9/11 illness losses to more than 400
With cancer a leading cause of firefighter deaths, PFAS in gear is under scrutiny as lawsuits, bans and new standards push for safer alternatives
The CAPE toolkit provides videos and training materials to help firefighters implement cancer prevention best practices
Lab finds high PFAS in Quincy’s “PFAS-free” turnout as IAFF urges independent checks
Without protective equipment, wildland firefighters will continue to pay the price with their health
Stay current on NIOSH program layoffs, the status of the National Fire Academy and changes to FEMA
Forward-thinking leaders must champion engineered approaches that reduce risks and build healthier fire service careers
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