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City officials said they seek to protect employees’ privacy, but a union official said employees also want to know how many department members are affected
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Training ideas that incorporate online learning and refocus training academies
Chicago Firefighter Edward Singleton, 55, had served with the department for nearly 33 years
Motor vehicle collisions might be down nearly 50%, but don’t let down your guard on the roadway or neglect your extrication skills or training
In the IAFC’s weekly COVID-19 webinar, task force members shared updates on how the organization is helping members
New research suggests that the smoke firefighters breathe on the front lines of wildfires is putting them at greater risk from the new coronavirus
A paper published in the Journal of Rural Health calls for changes to paramedic scopes of practice for airway and ventilator management in response to COVID-19
Battalion Chief Danny Sheridan sheds light on the situation facing FDNY fire and EMS personnel
Social distancing creates unique challenges for honoring first responders and supporting their families
The legislation would make first responders who become disabled or die from COVID-19 eligible for compensation under the Public Safety Officer Benefit program
Singac Firefighter and Little Falls Fire Department President Michael Burke is being remembered for his commitment, compassion and “laughter that could fill a room”
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