3 Self-Care Essentials for Firefighters
Prioritizing our physical, mental, and emotional well-being equips us to handle our profession's demands and lead fulfilling lives at work and at home.
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Wellness
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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Wellness Wednesday – The Dirty Truth About Cleaning Your PPE
Study examines the effectiveness of laundering personal protective equipment.
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Top 10 Firefighter Health Trends of 2024
This year's health trends reflect a holistic approach to firefighter mental and physical well-being.
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Wellness Wednesday – Best and Worst Ways Firefighters Can Beat Jet Lag
Jet lag can be challenging, but with preparation and smart choices, it can be easier to navigate.
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Leveraging Technology to Boost Firefighter Preparedness: A Practical Approach
When using wearables, it’s easy to get wrapped up in daily numbers, but trends over time are far more valuable than any single day’s data.
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Wellness Wednesday – 6 Ways to Maximize Natural Light
Shorter daylight hours and decreased sunlight exposure have been linked to brain changes associated with SAD.
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Wellness Wednesday – Maximize Your Ability to Recharge Your Body
When you’re feeling great and stress-free in all aspects of your life, your “body battery” is at or close to 100 per cent.
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Sleep is like a vacation. It’s better with a plan
If you begin to think of your sleep the way you think about your vacations, you’ll see sleep as time you want to make the most of.
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Connections Create Magic for Health and Wellness
Changing the culture around health and wellness in the fire service takes time, patience, partnership, action, and trust.
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In the Line of Fire: Prioritizing Health and Wellness for Firefighters
Firefighters, often revered as heroes, bravely confront the flames that threaten lives and property. Their unwavering commitment to public safety is commendable, but the demanding nature of their profession takes a toll not only on their physical well-being but also on their mental health.
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