Fitness & Health
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Herrin officials, firefighters and residents gathered for a ribbon-cutting and open house at Herrin’s modern fire station, which replaces a 50-year-old facility
A Norfolk grievance panel upheld the firing of a firefighter over medical marijuana use, despite state law now protecting such use
Active and retired Scranton firefighters are undergoing preventative esophageal cancer screenings, thanks to a partnership between Local 60 IAFF and Lucid Diagnostics
The Department of the Interior and the USDA Forest Service announced a new year-round mental health program for wildland firefighters and dispatchers
Chief Jason Caughey calls on organizations and individuals alike to prioritize firefighter mental health
While often present in public safety culture, gallows humor is a double-edged tool — providing momentary relief but carrying emotional risks if left unchecked
More than 460 former CDC employees are being brought back after layoffs that gutted public health programs, including those tackling infectious disease, air quality and workplace safety
At SLEEP 2025, Dr. Nicole Bowles said Portland firefighters feel more balanced on the 1323 shift, despite less sleep and slightly worse performance
The FireRescue1 community asked several great questions during our recent live podcast focused on firefighter therapy
Detailing the updates to NFPA 1580, chapter by chapter, following the consolidation of 1582 and other health-related standards
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With more than 160 people still missing after deadly Hill Country floods, Texas search teams face the emotional toll of recovering bodies while managing the mental strain of their work
Time may be limited, but we can find ways to maintain the shared kitchen table time that builds a sense of family
Find your inner-chef with these recipes written, compiled and taste-tested by fellow first responders
Retired fire chief Pat Kenny shows how vulnerability, empathy, and hope transform mental-health struggles and profound loss into resilient, compassionate leadership
A former Waterbury firefighter contesting his firing for medical marijuana use could be held in contempt after allegedly violating court orders, including sending a defiant email to the mayor
After a four-year hiatus, the FDNY’s iconic fundraising calendar is back, featuring 25 of the department’s fittest first responders
Times have changed in the fire service and some of the best peer support opportunities have fallen by the wayside as firefighter culture has evolved
Waco’s police and fire chiefs are requesting a dedicated staff psychologist to support the mental health of more than 500 public safety personnel
Reaching out for help is a strong, responsible choice that underscores both professional dedication and a commitment to personal well-being
As triple-digit heat scorches the Eastern U.S., cities are seeing record highs, overwhelmed utilities, and a surge in heat-related illnesses
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