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Health & Wellness: The State of Fitness in the Fire Service

(1 days ago) WEBPhoto by Glen Ellman. Firefighters participate in morning workouts at Firehouse Expo 2017. Over the past 10 years, the fire …

https://www.firehouse.com/safety-health/health-fitness/article/12378054/the-state-of-fitness-in-the-fire-service-firehouse-magazine

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Wellness/Fitness Program Summary - International Association of …

(2 days ago) WEBThe project seeks to prove the value of investing wellness resources over time to maintain a fit, healthy and capable firefighter throughout his/her 25-30 + year career and beyond. …

https://www.iafc.org/topics-and-tools/safety-health/wellness-fitness-task-force/wellness-fitness-program-summary

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An Effective Firefighter Health and Wellness Program — Fire …

(9 days ago) WEBFire Rescue Wellness focuses on Wellness before Health, Fitness, or Performance for one singular reason: the top four killers and risk factors of our …

https://www.firerescuewellness.org/blog-for-firefighters/an-effective-firefighter-health-and-wellness-program

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Health Concerns of the U.S. Fire Service: Perspectives From the

(3 days ago) WEBAddressing health and wellness in the fire service has a number of challenges. The fire service is diverse with regard to size of department, type of department (career, …

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5830306/

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Best Practices in Behavioral Wellness for Emergency Responders

(5 days ago) WEBIn fact, all ranks of the fire and emergency service should be trained so they have the ability and tools to help their peers. The goal of this 2021 Yellow Ribbon Report …

https://www.iafc.org/docs/default-source/1vcos/20211103-iafc-yellow-ribbon-report.pdf

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A New Model for Optimizing Firefighter Human Performance

(5 days ago) WEBCurrent and future firefighter health and wellness programs can specifically address all areas of HPO by using the firefighter health and wellness model (FFHWM) …

https://journals.lww.com/nsca-scj/Fulltext/2021/08000/A_New_Model_for_Optimizing_Firefighter_Human.3.aspx

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How to change health and wellness culture at a fire department

(8 days ago) WEBStarting a wellness program includes diagnosing the issue or improvement, developing the plan and implementing it. Kerrigan and Moss lead FDIC attendees in …

https://www.firerescue1.com/fdic/articles/the-3-ds-of-firefighter-health-and-wellness-culture-change-tTjWfdJPuQUM9WOZ/

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Heart-Healthy Firefighter Program - National Volunteer …

(4 days ago) WEBThe Heart-Healthy Firefighter Program promotes fitness, nutrition, and health awareness for all members of the fire and emergency services, both volunteer and career. Resources are designed to help individuals take …

https://www.nvfc.org/programs/heart-healthy-firefighter-program/

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Firefighter Mental Health and Well-being - U.S. Fire …

(4 days ago) WEBIssue. An increasing number of firefighters die by suicide, experiencing mental health issues such as post-traumatic stress, contracted from exposures they suffered while …

https://www.usfa.fema.gov/downloads/pdf/summit/2023-factsheets/mental-health-and-wellbeing.pdf

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Physical Fitness Initiatives in the Fire Service – Barriers - NSCA

(3 days ago) WEBWhile implementing fitness programs for the fire service is essential to increasing health and wellness measures, several considerations are warranted prior to their adoption.

https://www.nsca.com/education/articles/tsac-report/physical-fitness-initiatives-in-the-fire-service-barriers-and-benefits/

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Creating a Health & Wellness Program for a Fire Department

(8 days ago) WEBImplementing a well-thought-out health and wellness program that considers all aspects of a firefighter’s well-being is the first step toward supporting long …

https://www.firehouse.com/safety-health/health-fitness/article/21281115/creating-a-health-wellness-program-for-a-fire-department

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U.S. Fire Administration Health and Wellness Guide

(2 days ago) WEBThe fire service realizes that health and wellness programs benefit individual firefighters and the fire and emergency services as a whole; such programs can yield safer and …

https://www.everyonegoeshome.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/healthwellness2009.pdf

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Why Firefighters Are Facing A Growing Mental Health Challenge

(2 days ago) WEBROTT: Wellness and mindfulness are now big things at Cal Fire. New and old firefighters are taught breathing exercises and other ways to manage their stress in …

https://www.npr.org/2021/02/16/968252579/why-firefighters-are-facing-a-growing-mental-health-challenge

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Behavioral Health - IAFF

(9 days ago) WEBThere is growing concern about behavioral health issues in the fire service and the significant impact on wellness. The stresses faced by fire fighters, paramedics and …

https://www.iaff.org/behavioral-health/

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Your Best ROI: Firefighter Health and Wellness - IAFC

(1 days ago) WEBAs reported in The Fire Service Joint Labor Management Wellness-Fitness Initiative (PDF), a sample department allocated 70% to apparatus maintenance and 30% …

https://www.iafc.org/membership/iCHIEFS/iCHIEFS-article/your-best-roi-firefighter-health-and-wellness

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The Importance of Physical Fitness Standards in the Fire Service

(Just Now) WEBAlthough heart attacks continue to fell dozens of firefighters each year, the fire service has yet to mandate annual fitness and medical testing. Editor-in-Chief Tim …

https://www.firefighternation.com/firerescue/the-importance-of-physical-fitness-standards-in-the-fire-service/

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Health Concerns With the Fire Service and the Benefits of a

(7 days ago) WEBRegular wellness screenings and medical assessments are an important foundation for a successful comprehensive health and wellness program. The fire service developed 2 …

https://journals.lww.com/nsca-scj/fulltext/2015/08000/health_concerns_with_the_fire_service_and_the.11.aspx

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Fire Rescue Wellness

(5 days ago) WEBFRW Course: Build Your Career in Fire. This is a 6-Week Health and Wellness Career Accelerator for health and wellness professionals. Fire departments need experienced …

https://www.firerescuewellness.org/

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50th Annual EMS Week: May 19-25, 2024 - U.S. Fire Administration

(4 days ago) WEBThe USFA can help support your organization’s mission to achieve health, wellness and resilience with the following resources: Safety and Health Considerations …

https://www.usfa.fema.gov/about/usfa-events/2024-05-19-ems-week/

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‘I’m definitely not a quitter’: Kate Smith on EMS and obstacle …

(3 days ago) WEB“I absolutely do have bad days. I just make sure I don’t let myself give up.” EMT Kate Smith, who began her public safety journey as a junior firefighter and EMS …

https://www.firerescue1.com/health-wellness/im-definitely-not-a-quitter-kate-smith-on-ems-and-obstacle-racing-as-an-amputee

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Roswell Fire adopts new 48/96 work schedule 11alive.com

(1 days ago) WEBROSWELL, Ga. — The Roswell Fire Department (RFD) is shifting to a new schedule designed to promote firefighter health and efficiency. Through a pilot program, …

https://www.11alive.com/article/news/local/roswell/roswell-fire-new-work-schedule/85-50efb946-eecf-4221-b847-ec071eaaa49a

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Open Committee Positions Texas Commission on Fire Protection

(Just Now) WEBThe Health & Wellness Committee of the Texas Commission on Fire Protection plays a critical role in promoting and safeguarding the physical and mental …

https://www.tcfp.texas.gov/become-committee-member

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For Maui fire survivors, health conditions are worsening - The

(4 days ago) WEBA new report details respiratory ailments, mental health conditions and lack of access to medical care following the deadly fire in Lahaina in August.

https://www.washingtonpost.com/climate-environment/2024/05/15/maui-fire-health-impact-lahaina/

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4 Lessons For Anyone From The FIRE Movement - Forbes

(7 days ago) WEBThe FIRE movement encourages us to analyze our savings and spending at a deeper level. Money is viewed as a tool, not an end, and the sole purpose of retirement …

https://www.forbes.com/sites/rogerwhitney/2024/05/13/4-lessons-for-anyone-from-the-fire-movement/

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Hudsonview Health Care Center Nursing Home in North Bergen, NJ

(9 days ago) WEBHudsonview Health Care Center is a nursing home in North Bergen, NJ. See rating information based on medical outcomes, staffing, health & safety inspections and more.

https://health.usnews.com/best-nursing-homes/area/nj/hudsonview-health-care-center-315112

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San Francisco Set to Ban 'Forever Chemicals' in Firefighter Gear

(1 days ago) WEB“Cost is so small compared to a human life, is so small compared to the cost of health care, is so small compared to the cost of settling lawsuits,” he told NBC News. Lt. …

https://www.healthday.com/health-news/environmental-health/san-francisco-set-to-ban-forever-chemicals-in-firefighter-gear

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Maui wildfire survivors widely suffer respiratory issues, study

(3 days ago) WEBA man views the aftermath of wildfires in Lahaina, Hawaii, last year. A University of Hawaii study found that many people affected by the deadly wildfires on …

https://www.latimes.com/world-nation/story/2024-05-16/hawaii-study-shows-almost-75-of-maui-wildfire-survey-participants-have-respiratory-issues

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BEWARE: Your Fireplace or Wood Burning Stove May Be Harming …

(9 days ago) WEBBurning only clean, dry wood with lots of oxygen also helps reduce air pollution and excessive smoke. A Higher Risk for Lung Cancer. According to Medical News Today, …

http://www.sixwise.com/newsletters/05/11/30/beware-your-fireplace-or-wood-burning-stove-may-be-harming-your-health-in-an-unexpected-way.htm

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Red Stick Cannabis Street Fair aims to promote education about

(8 days ago) WEBRed Stick Cannabis Street Fair aims to promote education about marijuana’s health and wellness benefits In its second year, the event is happening from 10 a.m. to …

https://www.wafb.com/2024/05/18/red-stick-cannabis-street-fair-aims-promote-education-about-marijuanas-health-wellness-benefits/

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Comprehensive And Preventative Health Care NJHW

(Just Now) WEB5 Signs of Depression in Teens. Depression is a serious mental illness that can affect anyone, at any time. Teens between the ages of 15-19 experience some of the highest …

https://njhwllc.com/

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Galion Spring Safety Day offers games, education and food June 1

(1 days ago) WEBThe event is a comprehensive community safety and wellness day for Crawford and surrounding counties sponsored by the First Lutheran Church Outreach …

https://www.bucyrustelegraphforum.com/story/news/local/2024/05/13/spring-safety-day-set-for-june-1-at-ark-church-in-galion-wellness-event-fire-safety-bicycles/73673767007/

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