Firefighter Cancer
The cancer resource page features news, information, videos, podcasts and feature articles about this massive health issue facing the fire service.
Firefighters are now able to enroll and contribute to the ongoing cancer studies
HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. admitted it was a mistake to cut staff from the World Trade Center Health Program but stopped short of promising to fully restore staffing
Nearly all of the 16 federal workers cut from the 9/11 health program have been rehired after intense criticism forced the Trump administration to reverse course on controversial cuts
Fellow firefighters shaved their head in solidarity with Firefighter-Paramedic Michelle Aprati while also raising money to help with her medical expenses
FDNY Firefighter Daniel Foley had searched for the body of his brother, FDNY Firefighter Thomas Foley, for 11 days after the terrorist attacks
The Hometown Heroes Assistance Program would give firefighters diagnosed with certain conditions a one-time payment of up to $30,000
The university has received a $1.5 million grant to study the impact of chemicals in firefighting foam and gear on firefighter health
Michigan State Police are investigating but have not been able to recover the funds, which has been missing since October
The bills increase the list of cancer types that will be considered work-related when firefighters seek worker’s compensation
The village of Buffalo Grove has chosen not to appeal the full line-of-duty pension benefits awarded to Firefighter Kevin Hauber’s family
Officials say the washers and dryers will help reduce firefighters’ cancer risk and save the department thousands of dollars
In this episode, host Marc Bashoor speaks with the NFFF’s Ron Siarnicki about cancer awareness and prevention as well as behavioral health issues
At least one resident at the public forum expressed skepticism that a hot zone for carcinogen decontamination was needed
The Tallahassee Fire Department is investigating after the retired fire truck dedicated to a woman who died from liver cancer went up in flames
It’s time to wash away the traditional bay lounge areas where toxic exposure can occur
An analyst found that firefighters still face several hurdles when seeking benefits
Troy Jackson, former South Metro Fire Rescue Assistant Chief of Operations, died Monday morning from a rare terminal cancer
What fire departments can do to help shield members from elevated cancer risks
Chief Kara Kalkbrenner said she has a positive outlook and will continue to lead after recovering from surgery
Sr. Capt. Kevin Leago is being remembered as a trailblazer in healthcare advocacy for Houston firefighters with occupational cancer
From enhanced focus on cancer prevention to managing medication shortages, fire service leaders weigh in on 2020 fire and EMS trends
6 ways to ensure you are effectively managing your risk and staying safe
An appellate court will decide whether full line-of-duty death pension benefits will be awarded to the family of Firefighter Kevin Hauber
The foundation reported the deaths of two retired FDNY firefighters last week, raising the toll to 200
Gore’s GEN2 particulate hood exceeds NFPA-1971 requirements while offering comfort and reliability without impairing hearing
The $6.75 million station is 4,500 square feet larger than its predecessor and has an exhaust system designed to reduce cancer risk
Firefighter-EMT Tamara Thacher died Tuesday after serving 31 years with the Sacramento Fire Department
Erie Fire Department Assistant Chief Joe Walko will become fire chief in January after being diagnosed with cancer last year
Bosco, a black Lab, has served at the Portage Fire Department for almost 10 years
New technology tracks toxins and carcinogens to determine fireground exposure areas
The Goodyear Fire Department’s new clean cab apparatus allows gear exposed to carcinogens to be sealed away in special compartments
A Massachusetts-based nonprofit is helping save firefighters’ lives with early cancer detection
Officials noted the lack of ventilation, sprinkler systems and adequate space to clean equipment
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