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.
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Nine agencies responded to the gas leak at a home that resulted in an explosion and fire on Thursday
The Bond Fire, which began Wednesday in Orange County, has forced at least 25,000 residents to evacuate
The Galesburg firefighter fell from the attic to the basement stairs while battling the flames
The original 14-day quarantine recommendation was based on the belief that the virus’ incubation period could extend to two weeks after exposure
Even as the virus surges, testing our patience and sanity, we must push forward, as a vaccine will soon be available
Former Halesite Volunteer Fire Department Firefighter Sarah Apgar invented the Steel Hose to help fill a gap in strength training
Engine 73 was en route to a fire in the Bronx when it was T-boned by the livery cab
The panel will decide on priority for other first responder groups at future meetings
It is one thing to say you care, but it is something entirely different to show that you care
U.S. Forest Service Firefighter Jason Phillips, who lives in Washington state, is still in Colorado recovering four months after battling the Cameron Peak Fire
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Officials said the apparatus was swerving to avoid a collision when it went into the ditch
Arlington County firefighters said they feared one recruit would be driven to self-harm by the degrading treatment
Investing, in your mind, health or a hobby, can compound the benefit of a bonus on you, your family and others
Firefighters shared emotional testimony to the state legislature about their struggles with traumatic calls
Jacksonville Fire Chief Keith Powers said firefighters were initially told someone was still inside the home
A second alarm was called due to the volume of the fire and uncertainty of any occupants in the building
The researchers also found that having more years of firefighting experience was associated with higher PFAS levels
About 130 firefighters responded to the blaze on the third floor of a six-story Bronx apartment building
Authorities said the vehicle did not stop after running over the hose
Regardless of position, firefighters can still deal with feelings of inadequacy, rejection and isolation; finding internal fulfillment is a must
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