Fitness & Health
Retired fire chief Pat Kenny shows how vulnerability, empathy, and hope transform mental-health struggles and profound loss into resilient, compassionate leadership
FITNESS IN FOCUS
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
To fight firefighter cancer risks, the Hayward Fire Department has partnered with Prenuvo to offer full-body MRI scans for early detection, inspired by the legacy of late Captain Steve Holt
House Bill 929 also directs fire departments to purchase gear free of hazardous chemicals and requires mental health monitoring of firefighters
The Allentown Life Safety and Wellness Center would replace the crumbling 100-year-old Central Fire Station, offering modern facilities, gear decon space and support for firefighter health and safety
Following a five-month test period, the Graham FD adopted the 48/96 schedule, ensuring crews stay rested and ready
Discover the best platforms for firefighters, police officers, EMTs and military personnel seeking meaningful connections
Kissimmee’s transition from 24/48 shifts includes a two-phase hiring plan for 49 firefighters by April 2026, funded by a new property-based fire assessment
A Norfolk firefighter fired for off-duty medical marijuana use is challenging his dismissal as state law now protects employees using medical cannabis off the clock
Summarizing the primary treatments currently being used to treat firefighters experiencing PTSD
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Find your inner-chef with these recipes written, compiled and taste-tested by fellow first responders
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
Summer is great for a lot of activities, but sometimes the heat can put a damper on your workout ambitions
Conquer stressful calls, identify treatment challenges and pitfalls, and use technology to its best potential to save lives this summer and beyond
Even if you can’t travel out of town for a vacation, you can still make the most of your time off; here are some tips to help responders enjoy a staycation right at home
By following actionable steps before, during and after a vacation, firefighters can embrace the therapeutic power of detachment and fortify their resilience
Four Syracuse firefighters were treated for heat-related injuries, three hospitalized, while battling their second blaze in an hour during extreme temperatures
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
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