Fitness & Health
Free cancer screening in response to recent legislation will help detect cancer in approximately 900 firefighters every two years
FITNESS IN FOCUS
Tired of aching feet? Check out these expert-backed solutions to keep you moving, stay pain-free and perform at your best
Female EMS clinicians report high rates of harassment, mental health struggles and limited career support. Research highlights key areas for reform to create a safer and more inclusive workplace.
After battling cancer and enduring costly treatments, Westport Firefighter Paul Spennato advocates for early detection to protect his fellow firefighters
Clinical psychologist Rachelle Zemlok, a firefighter spouse, emphasizes the role fire families play in the career decisions of firefighters
“I knew we needed a miracle to bring Henry back,” Westfield (N.C.) fire chief reflects on responding to one of his own
Learn the difference between the two, the effect on the human body, and how to protect your health during a storm
Lawmakers propose lowering the retirement age for firefighters, citing high job stress and the need to retain public safety employees amid competitive pensions in neighboring states
AeroFit’s new fit testing device provides silent operation, interactive guidance, automated verification and smart respirator pairing
Don’t feel bad if your New Year’s resolutions didn’t last long because the calendar is full of opportunities for a new beginning, a do-over or a fresh start
Shift your mindset and identity to achieve and maintain your objectives
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Looking to supplement your income? These side jobs are perfect for firefighters
From the common areas to personal spaces, it’s time to declutter and clean up
When leaders prioritize their own well-being, they set the stage for a healthier, more resilient workforce
Resilience is not something you’re born with; rather, it’s a skill you can develop
A volunteer firefighter and mental health advocate died along with his oldest son while trying to save the younger
With the right investment and buy-in, mentorship programs can facilitate skill development, career advancement and improve firefighter retention
Vital firefighter-focused programs are coming to a screeching halt as a result of the recent NIOSH layoffs, undoing thousands of hours of work by dedicated researchers
The Fire Fighter Fatality Investigation and Prevention Program and the WTC Health Program are also casualties in this latest government program reduction in force
Access to the NFR has been disrupted following federal layoffs, prompting questions about the future of the firefighter cancer-focused research program
NIOSH faces layoffs of staff working on firefighter safety initiatives like the National Firefighter Registry for Cancer and line-of-duty death investigations
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