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.
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The department policy states “no employee will be permitted to remain in a limited duty assignment for more than thirty days”
NFPA’s president says advances in training, equipment and fire codes are major factors in reducing the number of deaths
At least three firefighters were hospitalized for heat exhaustion after fighting the flames in near 100-degree temperatures
Several people were rescued from balconies
The 42-year-old volunteer firefighter had served for 23 years
Glenwood Firefighter Matthew Chan, 23, had gone to the fire hall to use weight-room facilities
This exercise is easy to do in uniform, making it simple to do while on duty
Department works to ensure crews are well hydrated
Of the 16 recruits who started the course, five were unable to finish it
Surrounding fire departments in Custer County helped fight the blaze
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Heart attacks are a leading cause of death among firefighters in the United States
No operating equipment was damaged and the fire did not stop mill production
Hydration is key to staying healthy on the fireground, and water is the best way to stay hydrated
Our bodies weren’t designed to be sleep deprived or work the nightshift; here are some ways ease the transition
Doctors and nurses who staff the burn centers are among the most professional, yet many struggle to get the money they need to treat victims
Just because the firefighters did not die in the line of duty does not mean their fellow firefighters can cope with the loss without help
At the FDRU mobile relief station, firefighters can take a break, cool off and rehydrate
About two dozen people were evacuated and nearby motels were asked to keep people inside
Jahwann McIntyre, then 22, nearly lost his life in December while trying to put out the house fire
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