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The IAFC noted that states’ priority levels are still subject to change and urged fire and EMS leaders to contact their governors to ensure priority access for their members
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The move sets off what will be the largest vaccination campaign in U.S. history
Wichita Falls Fire Department Chief Ken Prillaman describes his symptoms, how he’s feeling now and why people should take the virus seriously
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Ponca Firefighter-EMT Bob Kneifl, known in the community as “Husker Bob,” served as a volunteer first responder for 26 years and was also a fire prevention officer
Portland Fire Chief Keith Gautreau said that 11 firefighters called out sick due to COVID-19 exposure after going maskless at the fire station
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Firefighters, paramedics and police officers will still be included in Phase 1, but considered lower priority than nursing home residents and some healthcare workers
Hackensack fire officials say the department has so-far been able to maintain minimum staffing, with many firefighters working overtime
Vaccination protects providers, partners, the public and patients from the known and significant risks of COVID-19 infection
Data points to evaluate at your agency as we move into a new phase of COVID-19 response
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