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It’s time to put these issues to rest once and for all – and start doing the right thing
After an ultimatum from his wife, former Firefighter-Paramedic Jordan Long realized the toll his career was taking – and took steps to help others thrive
Funding for six new personnel will allow the Naperville Fire Department to expand the Community Advocate Response Team program
17-year-old Pasadena teenager America Salmeron freed herself from the fiery dune buggy but suffered second- and third-degree burns to 51% of her body
A 41-year-old firefighter decided to “randomly” play the lottery ahead of his shift, and it paid off – literally
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The Shamokin Fire Department was fined for not having a credentialed instructor during the live-burn training, a new requirement in 2023
What happens when the sights, sounds and smells from tragedy become too much to bear
Legislation and lawsuits grow as the effort to avoid cancer and PFAS-infused materials continues
The CDC partnership with the WTC Health Program raises awareness of the physical and mental effects of the attacks and the treatment
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Being a good listener is often more valuable than offering solutions
Our control is mostly limited to our thoughts, attitudes, actions and decisions about what steps to take next
A simple approach to selecting healthy snacks involves thinking in terms of “good, better and best”
Simple gestures, like checking in after difficult calls or noticing changes in behavior, can make a significant difference
Through running, Glaze finds a powerful tool for managing stress and improving mental health
These five strategies are designed to help you overcome exhaustion and maintain momentum toward your fitness goals
Incident reports can be helpful, but do you recall the date and address of every incident you ever responded to? You need something more.
Sterling Firefighter Brian Diamond was one of several firefighters injured in an explosion that killed Firefighter Trevor Brown
Dr. David Black, president of Wellness Solutions for Lexipol, welcomes first responders and their families to the second annual First Responder Wellness Week
Take steps to prioritize your wellness so you can better serve your community, your colleagues and your family