The Cost of Sleep: Why Firehouse Mattresses Matter
Our sleep is something that we sacrifice too often as firefighters. Stephanie White on the steps some departments are taking to change that.
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Health & Wellness
Welcome to FirefighterNation™’s health and wellness section, where you’ll find essential articles focused on maintaining optimal physical and mental health for firefighters. Explore expert advice on fitness routines, nutrition, stress management, and mental resilience tailored specifically for the firefighting profession. Stay informed and empowered to lead a healthy, balanced life both on and off duty.
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Next Rung: Navigating Trauma and Building Support Systems
Hosts Blake Stinnett and Charlie Brown candidly discuss the profound impact of trauma in the fire service.
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Intermittent Fasting for First Responders: Is It Worth It?
Does fasting work in the high-stress, high-stakes world of firefighting? Megan Lautz on how such diets may impact performance.
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Terre Haute (IN) Firefighter Takes on Weighty 5K Challenge
Kayla Lueking, who has been with THFD for only a year, is running the Vermillion Trails Alliance Victory Races 5K to raise money for Team…
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APS Radio: The LOS Experience
Host Jim Burneka talks with Stephanie White about "The LOS Experience" at Lucas Oil Stadium during FDIC International.
MN Paramedic Honored for Establishing Mental Health Peer Support Network
The Minnesota Ambulance Association honored Stacy Jensen, a paramedic with M Health Fairview, for her work in helping emergency responders get the mental health support…
Jury Awards Former Baker City (OR) Firefighter $200,000
A Baker County Circuit Court jury awarded Jason Bybee, a former Baker City firefighter, $200,000 in damages in his civil lawsuit against the city.
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Igniting Wellness: Yoga’s Crucial Role in First Responder Recovery
FireFlex Yoga has worked with thousands of first responders since 2014, and the data has shown the transformative potential of yoga in recovery.
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The Essential Guide to Stress Management and Self-Care for First Responders
Host Ali Rothrock discusses the importance of recognizing and addressing burnout as a pressing issue.
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Fit to Fight Fires: Staten Island FDNY House Gets Exercise Equipment Donation
Firefighters who risk their lives will be able to stay in tip-top physical shape thanks to a recent donation made by Assemblyman Charles D. Fall and Steve…
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More CT Firefighters Are Getting Cancer. This Bill Aims to Reduce That With Early Screenings.
Meriden proposed money to screen its firefighters for cancer and several bills introduced this session aim to help firefighters detect and prevent cancer.
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Fueling Fire: A Critical Look at the Carnivore Diet for First Responders
In this episode of the Fueling Fire podcast, host Megan Lautz delves into the carnivore diet and its implications for firefighters.
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CA Firefighters Struggle for Access to Smoke Detox Treatment
After battling toxic wildfire smoke in Los Angeles, firefighters receive glutathione treatments from nonprofits to help repair cell damage.
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Plano (TX) Firefighters Push City to Pilot Test 48/96 Shift
The Plano Firefighters Association is pushing for a test of a 48/96 schedule, where firefighters would work two consecutive 24-hour shifts before having four days…
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