Fitness & Health
FITNESS IN FOCUS
Firefighters at Longview Fire Department are blending fitness, faster response times and community outreach by playing daily pickleball at Clary Courts
During a three-day demonstration, chiefs, safety officers and lawmakers evaluated RedZone liquid carbon dioxide technology from Tersus Solutions
University of Arizona researchers found PFAS exposure may alter microRNAs, triggering early biological changes that could help guide future prevention strategies
The Milton Fire Department will implement a new 1-3; 2-3 shift schedule in October, offering firefighters more time off, improved work-life balance and reduced burnout
Loveland Fire Rescue Authority celebrated the grand opening of a new health and wellness center and burn building, facilities designed to support firefighter health and realistic training
Taylor officials, firefighters and community leaders gathered to mark the rededication of Station No. 2, part of a major renovation project enhancing living and working conditions for first responders
Assistant Chief Mike Binney and Data Analytics Manager John Morrison detail how their departments are employing these tools
Staffed by retired volunteers, the canteen from Independent Hose Company delivers hot meals, snacks and hydration to crews during incidents across Frederick County
Firearms instructor Todd Fletcher went from a competitive power lifter to a retiree managing pre-diabetes and high blood pressure, showing the impact of shift work on wellness
From smartwatches to hydration, here are four mission-ready picks to help you build strength, regulate stress and stay fit for the job — and for life
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The nine-month extension deepens a partnership with Redemption Counseling Center, boosting on-demand therapy for Flagstaff first responders
With cancer a leading cause of firefighter deaths, PFAS in gear is under scrutiny as lawsuits, bans and new standards push for safer alternatives
The appeals court agreed Snohomish Regional Fire and Rescue faced undue hardship if it excused the unvaccinated crew members, citing safety, staffing and operational risks during the pandemic
Mislabeling public safety K-9s creates confusion, liability and access issues during high-stakes deployments
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Why we need to build active bystandership cultures in emergency services
A $97K upgrade will notify only the Hattiesburg fire stations needed, cutting overnight disruptions and improving firefighter health
Better Every Shift’s resident scientist shares how the upcoming Science to the Station event helps firefighters connect with peers and experts
Like your radio, helmet or turnout jacket, boundaries are essential gear — not visible, but critical for protection. In high-stress roles like firefighting, mental armor isn’t a luxury — it’s a necessity
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