Please mark March 23-27, 2026, for Firefighter-First Responder Wellness Week. Once again, Gordon Graham and Lexipol are hosting the 4th annual Firefighter-First Responder Wellness Week – and you’re invited! This completely NO-COST event features a live webinar each day of the week, shift briefing videos that are perfect for kicking off conversations about wellness, and tons of additional resources from Lexipol and...Read More
Australian firefighter Jimmy Morris raises awareness on men’s mental health, which is an ever-important topic, especially in this digital age that we are living in today. #Powerjournalist Markos Papadatos has the scoop. In a post on “The Navy Diver” Instagram page, it stated, “Strength in Numbers… Service leaves its mark — whether it’s worn in...Read More
For too long, suicide in the fire service lived in the shadows. Today, the IAFF is confronting that reality by training members to recognize warning signs, ask direct questions, and step in before a crisis becomes a tragedy. Across North America, Locals are adopting suicide prevention programs built for the fire service. In Washington, D.C.,...Read More
MIAMI — Family, friends and fellow firefighters gathered Sunday to honor Miami-Dade Fire Rescue firefighter Andrew Brandon, remembering his service and the impact he had on those around him. A procession formed outside as Brandon’s casket was brought inside, marking a celebration of life filled with emotion and remembrance. “He made the whole crew better,”...Read More
(Hialeah, FL) – Florida firefighters face more than flames when they battle a blaze. Florida CFO and state Fire Marshal Blaise Ingoglia visited Hialeah today to help combat cancer among fire fighters with a $1.5 million grant. He says the money will go to purchase equipment to decontaminate firefighters who are exposed to chemicals and...Read More
We wanted to make you aware of a webinar this coming week, Wednesday, Jan. 21, 2026, at 3 p.m. ET, 12 noon PT. …specifically focused on the planning, funding, and creation of fire department health and wellness facilities. As fire departments recognize the need for proactive, comprehensive firefighter health programs, you’ll hear from departments and...Read More
