Fitness & Health
FITNESS IN FOCUS
“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
When free of shift schedules, try these tips to get to sleep faster and achieve quality sleep
By incorporating these snacks into their daily routine, firefighters can better manage their energy levels and focus
The COVID-19 RAPID Mental Health Assessment highlights key concerns related to first responder stress, general wellbeing, and work-life balance
The fire service responded as it always does, tackling the challenges with vigor and determination
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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
Peer support teams are a proven tool, but not every agency has the staffing or budget to create and run their own
Firefighters who battled the Palisades and Eaton wildfires show significantly elevated levels of lead and mercury in their blood, according to a new multi-university study
First responders across the country joined Lexipol in highlighting wellness themes focused on fitness, mental health, peer support and connection
