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Between 2002-2019, 66% of the names added to the IAFF Fallen FF Memorial Wall of Honor were of FF’s who died of cancer.
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In recent years, research regarding fire investigator health and safety, and the resulting practice changes, has not kept pace with that of firefighters and, while some information can be brought from the firefighter environment to that of the fire investigator, some cannot.
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Lead by Example: Promote the importance of behavioral health
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Important Things To Know About Disasters and Other Traumatic Events
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Grief is the normal response of sorrow, heartache, and confusion that comes from losing someone or something important to you.
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Understand that being upset or distressed when thinking about or encountering reminders of the incident is a normal reaction for both parents and children.
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When you witness or hear about a mass violence incident, you may experience intense and distressing feelings that can come in waves or are felt as a persistent ache. A strong wave of feeling can be frightening if it seems it may never end or may go out of control.
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Firefighters face a greater risk of exposure to toxins now than ever before. Research published in 2019 found significantly elevated incidences of cancer of the colon and rectum. (1.21 times higher than the general population)
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Retired Lieutenant Brent Upton, 38, served his community for over 12 years and retired in 2019. He died on Wednesday after courageously battling cancer for several years.
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Dr. Alberto Caban-Martinez an Associate Professor of Public Health Sciences at the University of Miami, Miller School of Medicine talks about Fire Fighter Cancer Awareness.
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