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.
FITNESS IN FOCUS
Brian Arps broke his shoulder, all his ribs, a hole in each lung and tore his aorta
Not all of the probationary firefighters have a confirmed diagnosis; at least one of the trainees was hospitalized
It’s easy to get caught up in the chaos of the military lifestyle, but taking time to focus on your own well being is important
Here are six fitness devices that can monitor your activity levels when you’re on the move
Nick Whitfield Jr., 48, was found with no signs of life at his home; an autopsy found significant cardiac disease
Those little spasms, aches and pains are what often become the bigger injury; here are three truths about your back
Which one do you think completed the challenge first?
All were released from the hospital Saturday; 3 wildland firefighters were also hurt in Idaho
They’re fighting to add presumptive illnesses to the law
COMPLETE COVERAGE
The rig was purchased through funds raised by fallen firefighter Michael Kennedy’s mother; she said she needed a project to focus her energy on after her son died
Firefighter Richard Crosby, 67, suffered a cardiac arrest during a fire call on Sept. 24; he was taken off life support
The firefighter, who has stage 4 colon cancer, battled for two years to have his illness classified as work-related
Rod Wasson will recuperate at his family home; part of his recovery will include outpatient therapy to regain his strength and lung function
The 15-year-old Fire Rehab Services is operated by volunteers who take food and drinks to fire scenes
Kevin Dowell wrote a $2,400 check to spend on equipment and training; he also gave firefighters an antique plate to display at the firehouse
Lifting with your legs should happen naturally, but many firefighters suffer from a lower crossed syndrome and are unable to do it properly
Seemingly conflicting results shows the difficulty of research and the need for more of it
In 2010, Stewart dedicated an episode of “The Daily Show” to shame Congress into passing the Zadroga Act
Wearing dirty turnout gear is not a badge of honor; here’s how to protect your gear and your health