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History of fire department health and wellness programs

WebPrograms, initiatives, standards and resources have been put forward in the last 30 years to improve firefighter health and to decrease death and injury. Health and …

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Documentary shows firefighter’s experience with

WebBy Bill Carey FireRescue1. NEW YORK CITY — A new documentary sheds new light on firefighter mental health. Directed by Brandon Kapelow and produced by …

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Strengthening mental wellness support for first responders: A

WebThe FirstNet Health and Wellness Coalition leads efforts to enhance first responder mental wellness through comprehensive strategies and policy changes. There …

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Is the firefighter 48/96 shift a health hazard

WebFor a firefighter at a station that is not typically running calls during the night, a 48/96 schedule might not be at all detrimental to her or his health. If, within the same …

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One firefighter’s family experience with cancer and …

WebMay 19, 2020 10:11 AM •. Robert Rielage. Both the scourge of cancer and behavioral health issues have been around for generations of firefighters before us. AP Photo/Noah …

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How to develop a fire department behavioral health access program

WebGuidance for developing a fire department behavioral health access program. 2nd Alarm Project addresses how to operationalize culture change regarding …

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Miami Fire Rescue opens wellness center in effort to detect, treat

WebMIAMI — A new health and wellness center for firefighters has opened as part of Miami Fire Rescue’s efforts to curb, detect and treat cancer, post-traumatic stress …

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Analyzing the pandemic’s impact on fire and EMS personnel

WebFindings from this paper, “ Assessing the Mental Health Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic on US Fire-Based EMS Responders: A Tale of Two Samples (The …

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3 things firefighters need to know about wellness …

WebHere are three things you need to know about wellness programs: 1. Wellness programs work. Firefighting is a strenuous job, and data from the United States …

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What do the NFPA 1582 physical fitness requirements say

WebFirefighting is a job that requires extraordinary mental and physical fitness. NFPA 1582: Standard on Comprehensive Occupational Medical Programs for Fire …

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Physical and mental benefits of cold water therapy for

WebSome of the most recognized and researched cold therapy mental benefits are stress reduction, reduced cortisol levels, mood enhancement and improved mental …

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How to build fire-based community health care programs

WebChief Seals the power of the patch plays a big part in the success of mobile integrated health care programs in a fire-based EMS world. “These patients have been …

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‘No one was tracking firefighter suicides’: Launching the FFBHA

WebFFBHA is also working to collect validated, confidential data about firefighter suicide going all the way back to 1877, but mostly focused on reported suicides since …

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Therapy dogs: The benefits of adding to a firefighter

WebA study out of UCLA Health on therapy animals showed the following benefits of adding a therapy dog program: Physical benefits: Lowered blood pressure, …

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NJ governor signs law expanding death benefits for spouses of …

WebThe law provides financial security for a member’s surviving spouse by ensuring that the accidental death benefit provided by the Police and Firemen’s …

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Firefighter morale: Is it time for an attitude change

WebSponsored by. “If you’re ready for an attitude change, it starts by simply admitting you need the change,” writes Bjorge. Photo/Getty Images. Mandatory overtime. …

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First responders involved in 'Miracle on Hudson' rescue honored …

WebPhoto John Smith First responders are honored on Tuesday at the Palisades Medical Center. NORTH BERGEN, N.J.—. When U.S. Airways Flight 1549 plunged into …

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Managing and reducing firefighter stress – a policy-based approach

WebWith better awareness and more supportive policies, stress can be reduced and managed to provide for a healthier and happier work environment, and to reduce the …

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What to know about IDLH values

WebAn IDLH value determines the concentration at which exposure to a chemical without a respirator would cause permanent or escape-impairing health effects. …

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LAFD says crisis response program did not free first

WebMayor Eric Garcetti, flanked by Deputy Director Department of mental health Miriam Brown, left, councilwoman Monica Rodriguez, LAFD chief Ralph Terrazas and …

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“Emergency!” star completes cancer treatment

WebAugust 31, 2015 09:25 AM. LOS ANGELES – Randolph Mantooth, actor and EMS advocate, revealed that he had cancer and that the treatments are now completed. …

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