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.
Peer support teams are a proven tool, but not every agency has the staffing or budget to create and run their own
FITNESS IN FOCUS
City attorneys are trying to have a FOIA case dismissed as survivors and victims’ families demand that air quality studies be released
“By reducing the stigma surrounding suicide and expanding support for at-risk veterans and first responders, New York is leading the way,” Gov. Kathy Hochul said
Keep your new tattoo safe, clean and vibrant with these nine tips tailored for tough environments
Remembering the three firefighters killed, many others injured, and recognizing the push for continued training and equipment
Lack of planning, unrealistic expectations and stress can derail resolutions, but adopting small, meaningful changes can lead to lasting success
Valor Station in Augusta will offer individual and group talk therapy, EMDR and other treatments
‘Doc’ will undergo training to help Thomasville deal with stress from traumatic events
A $12K grant from Energy Transfer will help Shawnee Township firefighters improve their cardiovascular health
Funding for the World Trade Center Health Program through 2040 was eliminated in the stopgap bill to fund the federal government
Brockton Firefighter Jeffrey Albanese succumbed to his injuries after suffering cardiac arrest during a call on Dec. 9
COMPLETE COVERAGE
Free cancer screening in response to recent legislation will help detect cancer in approximately 900 firefighters every two years
Read the first five practical, no-nonsense strategies to help you stay sharp, resilient, and in control — no matter what the job throws at you
Ashland’s Central Station crew, led by Battalion Chief Jarrod Duncan, embodies relentless dedication, daily training, and a deep sense of duty
The habit? Working out with your dog in ways that support movement, recovery and routine
Learn how to choose the right pet for your shift schedule, energy level and emotional needs
Looking to supplement your income? These side jobs are perfect for firefighters
From the common areas to personal spaces, it’s time to declutter and clean up
Resilience is not something you’re born with; rather, it’s a skill you can develop
A volunteer firefighter and mental health advocate died along with his oldest son while trying to save the younger
With the right investment and buy-in, mentorship programs can facilitate skill development, career advancement and improve firefighter retention
