Cancer is killing firefighters: Toxins found in burning materials Cancer is now responsible for more than 60% of job-related deaths among firefighters in the U.S. Now, fire departments across the nation are looking for ways to make one of the country’s riskiest occupations … [Read more...]
By Anna Guth, Point Reyes Light: On the treacherous frontlines of the Tubbs Fire that roared through Santa Rosa two years ago, many firefighters left behind the gear that shields them from the harmful chemicals associated with urban fires: the blaze burned so hot and fast, … [Read more...]
By Jeffrey Schweers, Tallahassee Democrat: A bill requiring local governments to provide insurance and death benefits to firefighters with cancer would cost less than $5 million across a $90 billion state budget, and it has the support of the Senate and more than two-thirds of … [Read more...]
(By Carolyn Crist Reuters Health) – – Women firefighters, particularly in North America, are less likely to have access to female-specific personal protective equipment and appropriate strength training and conditioning support, according to a new study. In addition, women … [Read more...]
By Lynn Giesbrecht, Regina Leader-Post: After reviewing eight Saskatchewan fire departments, Firefighter Cancer Consultants LLC has released 25 recommendations to prevent firefighter occupational cancer, but some say financial challenges stand in the way of … [Read more...]
When there’s no one else to help, firefighters are the people who answer the call. “Water’s pouring into your basement, water’s pouring out of your ceiling, something’s smoky, something’s on fire, you saw a spark, you don’t know what to do, they call us,” said firefighter John … [Read more...]
Mesa firefighter dies of cancer developed from job, authorities say
(Facebook/Mesa Police Department) PHOENIX — A Mesa firefighter died of cancer that she developed while on the job, the department announced Thursday. Nikki Sullivan, 45, died Wednesday “after a courageous and tough fight with cancer,” a Facebook post read. “This is an … [Read more...]
PA Firefighter’s Mission: Limit Carcinogen Exposure
Hummels Wharf Deputy Fire Chief Jack Grove, a cancer survivor, is leading the push to update his department's equipment to better protect against cancer-causing toxins. Hummels Wharf Deputy Fire Chief Jack Grove, a cancer survivor, is leading the push to update his … [Read more...]
By Kelsy Schlotthauer, Tulsa World: The Tulsa Fire Department is mourning the loss of one of its own after a battle with cancer ended this weekend. Mark Meyer, the former Tulsa firefighter who founded Hydrants of Hope and affected countless children who were also … [Read more...]
By Sophia Hernandez, WCTV: Hundreds from across the state of Florida gathered at the Capitol on Thursday as firefighters and their families encouraged lawmakers to pass legislation for unified cancer coverage. Firefighter Tom Hill's passion for the cause started after two … [Read more...]
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