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
Simple, consistent actions can drive meaningful improvement without complicated plans or equipment
A proposed move from a 24/48 to a 24/72 schedule is gaining momentum after more than 86% of surveyed Lubbock residents backed the change
The unpredictability of the job can make celebrating the holidays a logistical nightmare; here are some unique ways to stay connected
With a few mindful swaps, you can enjoy the flavors of the season without the guilt – or the post-feast food coma
Firefighters face a unique crisis where physical dangers are matched by mental and emotional tolls—fueled by silence, cultural pressure and systemic neglect
Understanding the ‘why’ behind mental health challenges in the fire service
Exploring the haunting cost of heroism in the American fire service
Despite greater awareness and support, firefighters still face high rates of PTSD, depression and suicide
Readiness across people, training, leadership and the future demands consistent, connected action at every level
Preparation transforms uncertainty into confidence and ensures your organization is ready for whatever comes next
COMPLETE COVERAGE
Explore the most-popular resources of the year, from tactical guidance and command insights to station planning and wellness support
“Set the standard": Turn a Florida hazing incident into a training and a culture-reset moment for your crew
Medical experts say the disease risk from a Baltimore County paramedic’s alleged contamination of co-workers’ food and items is minimal, but firefighters report significant anxiety and uncertainty
Starting in July 2026, Carmel firefighters will shift to a 48/96 schedule, a move leaders say could improve sleep, recovery and work-life balance
How high-drive, disaster-ready dogs train, deploy and partner with handlers to support complex search operations
Hands-on drills at Seminole County (Fla.) Fire Department expose service dogs to real emergency sights and sounds
The reimagined organization of Firefighter LSIs offers a new framework to shape safety, health and leadership efforts and reduce LODDs
Baltimore County officials have removed a paramedic from the workplace after allegations that he filmed himself masturbating in public areas of multiple firehouses
Fire departments and individual members can take several measures to make cold weather operations safer and more comfortable
“For person after person, it was the firefighters over and over again trying to be helpful in some way,” Second Assistant Chief Rob Sibley recalls of members’ support for the community
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