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Journaling for Firefighters: Laying the Foundation

Journaling is a dependable, proven, and adaptable tool that firefighters can use to help process their experiences and bolster mental well-being, writes Brandon Douglas.
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The Carnivore Conundrum: Does It Fit the Fire Service?

Many proponents of the carnivore diet cite its purported nutritional and physical benefits. But does it work for firefighters?

Tailboard Misfits: Jesse and Micah Horton

Host John Velez sits down with Jesse and Micah Horton of Hortons and Hunt to discuss fire service leadership, mentorship, and training.
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The Benefits of Fire Service Coaching and Mentoring

Ken Fowler considers the distinction between mentors and coaches and challenges to implementing these approaches in your fire department.
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Retired Seattle Firefighter Denied Coverage for Work-Related Cancer

A retired Seattle fire lieutenant is fighting to try to win coverage for treatment of a work-related cancer.

D.C. Firefighter Stood Guard Over Soldier’s Body Recovered From Potomac Crash

As first responders recovered the remains of Staff Sergeant Ryan O’Hara from the Potomac River, a probationary firefighter and former Marine noticed the soldier’s uniform…