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.
It’s vital that officers watch for signs that a call is “sticking” with members or general changes in behavior and mood
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West Liberty Firefighter Omar Martinez’s mother, sister and father all contracted the virus
A typical shift during the pandemic highlights the uncertainty faced by first responders
The Disaster Responder Assets Network will host confidential Zoom sessions led by front-line responders trained in peer support
About 1,000 members were tested for antibodies this week as part of a pilot program to determine how many first responders may have immunity
The camp, which normally serves children with serious illnesses, is equipped with onsite medical facilities
When firefighters arrived, they discovered the fire and smoke pouring from the second, third and fourth floors
The department found plans online to build the boxes themselves
Fire and EMS leaders gather with the Center for Firefighter Injury Research & Safety Trends to discuss the path ahead for public safety
The man faces multiple charges after allegedly pulling a fire alarm inside an apartment building where there was no emergency
A total of 44 personnel responded to the apartment blaze officials say began with a barbecue grill left unattended on a balcony
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Deputy Chief David Windrow relays his experience overcoming cancer and explains how leadership can support members during such a vulnerable time
The firefighters sustained second and third-degree burns while battling the fast-moving Silverado Fire on Monday
How to develop a comprehensive firefighter rehab program and build your response team
As COVID-19 wears on and flu season approaches, it’s more important than ever to stay healthy
The former Decatur firefighter claims she was misled into receiving only about 11.5% of her pension after she retired due to a back injury sustained on the job
Two dogs were rescued from the fire, including the one that bit a firefighter, and three other dogs died in the blaze
Making the right decision in the heat of the moment is the result of how you manage 3 factors – time, threat and control
The Orange County Fire Authority handcrew members suffered second- and third-degree burns while working the Silverado Fire
The Seminole County firefighter was suspended for three days without pay last month after allegedly partying 10 days into his 14-day quarantine
Make sure each of your service’s cardiac arrest patients get the best chance of survival by prioritizing high-quality CPR in training and in practice
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