Health & Wellness
FireRescue1’s Health and Wellness resource center provides practical, evidence-informed guidance to support physical fitness, mental health and long-term career resilience. Coverage includes injury prevention, nutrition, sleep, stress management, cancer awareness and behavioral health to help fire service professionals remain healthy, capable and mission-ready on and off duty.
EMS must change tactics, mindset to best meet patients’ needs – and that includes patient transport beyond the ER
FITNESS IN FOCUS
Kate Bergen taught herself to paint nearly 20 years ago, but it was the pandemic that turned her into an artist
Officials say the firefighter lost control of his pickup truck due to weather conditions and collided with another pickup
Manchester Alderman Jim Roy, a retired city firefighter, brought up the idea following the deaths of several department members last year
Following a difficult year, firefighters must continue to focus on helping our fellow members cope
Firefighters battled the blaze for several hours as it quickly spread between floors and to neighboring structures
Houston Firefighter Josue Rios, who works two jobs and survived COVID-19, discussed the challenges of working through the pandemic with ‘TODAY’ host Hoda Kotb
Understanding the legal exemptions to vaccine mandates, and 4 next steps for public safety organizations
The Prince George’s County Fire Department is conducting a safety investigation and a mechanical evaluation of the engine after the incident
Firefighters rescued several people who were trapped during the blaze at the seven-story apartment building
An assistant chief said firefighters were unaware that the building might be compromised by renovations until the firefighter fell through the floor
COMPLETE COVERAGE
The 7-year-old was found late Thursday as crews searched through debris
About $73,000 has been donated to provide the ballistic safety gear to St. Paul firefighters, who are all certified as EMTS or paramedics, through the nonprofit organization Shield616
Cooling centers, water distribution and other precautions not enough to prevent heat-related fatalities
DC Fire & EMS firefighters used saws and other equipment to cut through wood and other debris that trapped the man for more than 90 minutes
The blazes are reminiscent of last year’s season, as officials warn against fireworks use in current ‘bone dry’ conditions
Researchers argue that if leaders want meaningful change, they must convince members that “everyone else is doing it, too”
How volunteer departments can overcome challenges related to health mindset and limited PPE cleaning equipment
Persistent stress from a negative work environment affects firehouse interactions and fireground operations
An action plan for first responders outlines the appropriate training and skill levels needed to operate portable gas meters
A member of the Portsmouth Fire Department was shot and taken to the hospital while responding to a call about downed wires