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.
Retired Firefighter John Wetter says he was left with permanent lung damage after responding to a hazmat incident and that he should have been accommodated under the Americans with Disabilities Act
FITNESS IN FOCUS
The Virginia firefighter’s son restored the 1950s antique fire truck his father used to operate
One civilian was rescued from the building’s fifth floor, and firefighters fought to control the fire for more than 24 hours
Ohio Firefighter-Paramedic Mike Weissmann is currently awaiting a match to a living donor
The volunteer firefighters were battling wildfires in New South Wales when the crash occurred
First responders and veterans suffering from PTSD share how service dogs have changed their lives
Fort Worth Firefighter-Paramedic Shonna Moorman says she’s facing a “very long recovery” and plans to campaign for highway safety for first responders
The explosion that killed Farmington Fire Rescue Capt. Michael Bell in September has revived support for legislation to prevent propane-related disasters
A Chicago Fire Department paramedic was injured after a car crashed into an ambulance and then fled
Deputy Chief Bucky Buchanan said he appreciated witnessing the “chain of survival ... come to life”
The strength competition, hosted by Arnold Schwarzenegger, helped raise money for California fire departments
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A behavioral health expert breaks down ways responders can cope with the ongoing fear and anxiety they face while responding to and providing care during the pandemic
Crisfield volunteer firefighters lifted Shirl Carmine to the window of her mother’s room after they were separated for four months
Officials say a pickup truck and box truck collided head on, injuring Boynton Beach Fire Capt. Jeff Power and his family
The engine overturned Wednesday afternoon and landed among trees on the side of a highway
Audio published by union officials reportedly reveals a shift commander telling firefighters they will be considered “AWOL” if they leave work to get tested
Last year was also the first year since 1977 with no multiple-fatality incidents, according to the NFPA’s report released this week
One firefighter was seriously injured as crews battled the blaze in extreme heat
Officials said the fireworks being set off by a crowd of about 40 people also caused damage to emergency vehicles
Authorities said Jackson Firefighter Otto “OJ” Love Jr., 47, was shot multiple times after an off-duty car crash
A pregnant woman and infant were also injured in the collision