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Despite the newness and unknown of the virus, IAFC leaders underscored it’s not that difficult to predict some of the near-term effects
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As you serve as a first responder, you will confront a wide range of emotional responses to this pandemic, so take time to process your thoughts
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The proposal comes after firefighters who transported the first patient in the state to die from the disease were not notified of the exposure
FDNY Commissioner Daniel Nigro said two of the members who tested positive are hospitalized and the rest are recovering at home
The company recommended the use of surgical masks for lower risk calls in order to preserve the supply of respirators
#StayHomeforUs, #AlwaysOpen and #HelpUsHelpYou are some of the hashtags being used to promote social distancing during the COVID-19 pandemic
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The union said the elimination of one of the city’s apparatus will increase response times and should be postponed until after the crisis
Now is the time to focus on training, communication and restorative support
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