Fitness & Health
With the new “1323" schedule, the Charleston Fire Department addressed health concerns with maintaining the 56-hour workweek
FITNESS IN FOCUS
The Calendar of Heroes returns in 2026 with a fresh focus on fitness, diversity and fundraising featuring the department’s firefighters, EMTs and paramedics after a three-year hiatus
Tired of aching feet? Check out these expert-backed solutions to keep you moving, stay pain-free and perform at your best
Female EMS clinicians report high rates of harassment, mental health struggles and limited career support. Research highlights key areas for reform to create a safer and more inclusive workplace.
After battling cancer and enduring costly treatments, Westport Firefighter Paul Spennato advocates for early detection to protect his fellow firefighters
Clinical psychologist Rachelle Zemlok, a firefighter spouse, emphasizes the role fire families play in the career decisions of firefighters
“I knew we needed a miracle to bring Henry back,” Westfield (N.C.) fire chief reflects on responding to one of his own
Learn the difference between the two, the effect on the human body, and how to protect your health during a storm
Lawmakers propose lowering the retirement age for firefighters, citing high job stress and the need to retain public safety employees amid competitive pensions in neighboring states
AeroFit’s new fit testing device provides silent operation, interactive guidance, automated verification and smart respirator pairing
Don’t feel bad if your New Year’s resolutions didn’t last long because the calendar is full of opportunities for a new beginning, a do-over or a fresh start
COMPLETE COVERAGE
Summarizing the primary treatments currently being used to treat firefighters experiencing PTSD
Four common behavioral symptoms exhibited by firefighters suffering with post-traumatic stress disorder
More than 2,700 first responders are set to compete in 38+ events, from basketball to CrossFit
Celebrate holidays, graduations, promotions and more with these gifts firefighters will love
Lorain Firefighter Dan McBennet ran the Antarctic Ice Marathon in 2024 on his 49th birthday
Gordon Graham says the time to think about hydration is now, not when you are immersed in an exhausting activity
“Chief Mooney,” a trained golden retriever, has joined St. Tammany Fire District No. 1 to help ease the stress from traumatic calls
Scrolling can’t save you — but a conversation might
Easy tips for building a personal oasis at home where you can decompress, recharge and sustain your mental wellbeing
Deputy Chief Darin Wallentine talks Safety Stand Down resources to share with your crew, plus managing “sticky” traumatic event memories
