Why Men Get Night Sweats
Night sweats are very common and most often the cause is not serious. Several large studies have found that anywhere from 30% to 40% of the general population report at least occasional night sweats.
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Physical
Firefighters are aware of the statistics linking firefighter deaths to preventable diseases and illnesses caused by unhealthy lifestyles. One of the leading causes of firefighter deaths is heart attacks. “An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.” Bringing answers to the modern firefighter’s burning health questions, we aim to help firefighters identify and put into practice better health choices to increase your chances at a healthier wellbeing with disease and illness free careers and retirements.
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Firefighter Safety and the Importance of Decon
Over the years there have been many advancements in terms of firefighter PPE. These advancements answered specific problems that firefighters face, mostly to protect against thermal injuries and for airway protection. Firefighters identified a problem and when ingenuity or technology provided an answer, safety was enhanced and fireground activities became more effective.
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How to Keep Your Skin Looking Youthful
In order to keep your skin looking plump and elastic, there are basic lifestyle choices you can make. Here are a few of them.
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Heart Rate Variability and Health
Low HRV is associated with an increased risk of cardiovascular disease. People with high HRV, on the other hand, tend to have higher fitness levels and be more resilient to stress.
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The Power of Breath Work for First Responders
Incorporate breathwork into your daily routine to build resilience and mind-body balance. You owe it to yourself.
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Strategies for Reducing Cancer Risk in Firefighters
January is Firefighter Cancer Awareness Month and it’s important to acknowledge that occupational cancer is the leading cause of line-of-duty deaths in the fire service.
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Finding Your Healthy Holistic Path as a Firefighter
Life is about making choices. Eating well and staying fit keeps you healthy today, tomorrow and in the future.
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What’s That Spot On Your Back?
As firefighters, we spend a great deal of time outdoors—both on and off the job—and most of us are not in the habit of applying sunscreen.
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Fight Fires Not Naps
If allowing firefighters to doze off for 20 to 40 minutes can enable them to be more alert, which would, in turn, lead to better work performance, then why not? This short nap may allow them to save more lives.
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Making a Habit of Post Fire Skin Decontamination
Good habits can be hard to build. Bad habits can be even harder to break. A habit is much more likely to stick if it takes less than two minutes to accomplish.
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