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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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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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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Finding Your Future with Self-Reflection
Ever find yourself wondering where you went wrong? Or maybe something in your life feels out of place. You wonder where your future is taking you and things feel uncertain. We all feel that way sometimes, but when it’s taking over your thoughts repeatedly, interrupting your daily life, you need to face it head-on.
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Reflections at 50: Five Wellness Lessons Learned Over 30 Years in the Fire Service
I turned 50 last year and recently hit the 30-year mark in my fire service journey. Lately, I have spent a lot of time reflecting on my life and career. It has been an amazing ride, but I certainly recognize the physical, mental, and emotional toll that this job has taken on me over the last three decades.
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Adding Life To Your Years
Not so long ago, keeping your health in top shape was generally a matter of doing your day-to-day work. Most people had manual labor jobs that involved a lot of physical activity and they slept well at night simply because they were tired. There were no electronic devices to keep them sedentary or disturb their sleep. Pre-packaged processed food didn’t exist and food was either grown on their own properties or traded with neighbors.
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Want Better Sleep? Try Using Sunlight!
Poor sleep is common for many firefighters and believe it or not, a good night’s sleep starts from the moment you wake up in the morning.
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Trust Your Gut – Should Firefighters Detox?
Popular detoxification programs such as juice cleanses, sugar detoxes, elimination diets, fasting and taking fiber supplements usually involve eating minimal food. But I recommend that you think twice before you try one.
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The Benefits of Annual Medical Physicals for Firefighters
The father of the American fire service Benjamin Franklin is credited with famously stating that “An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.” Although coined in the 1700s and was directed towards fire prevention, this adage is more relevant than it has ever been in several areas of the fire service today.
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Do Firefighters Need to Cut Back on Caffeine?
Caffeine is a natural plant substance that stimulates the central nervous system. Caffeine reduces fatigue by acting as an antagonist to adenosine. Adenosine is a neurotransmitter that causes drowsiness. Caffeine binds to receptors in place of adenosine, improving alertness and energy. Firefighters often use caffeine to increase alertness, reduce fatigue, and improve concentration.
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Could CBD be the Answer to Your Complaints as a Firefighter?
If you’re reading this, you’ve either heard about CBD or you’re curious about whether the info you've heard is accurate or not. Most of us are curious about a natural way to deal with job-related sleep, inflammation, and stress. There is a wide range of claims regarding CBD, some of them are accurate, and some of them are not.
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