WELCOME
To the First Responder Center for Excellence
The FRCE is dedicated to protecting the lives and livelihoods of first responders, nationwide. Our education and research initiatives constantly shed new light on challenges to the health, safety and well‑being of firefighters, EMS personnel and other first responders. It’s all with the goal of reducing line‑of‑duty injuries and deaths as well as occupational illnesses.
HELPING YOU STAY ON THE FRONT LINES, SAFELY SERVING THE PUBLIC
First responders face more than emergencies every day. Carcinogens on the scene pose deadly dangers. Stress, substance abuse and depression impact mental health. Strength and stamina are pushed to the limits. And chronic conditions such as diabetes and heart and lung disease significantly reduce a first responder’s ability to respond quickly, protect property and save lives—including their own. The FRCE is here to make you aware of these life-threatening issues. We’ll help screen for, prevent or address them, and get you back to the job you love.
ABOUT US
Recently Added Resources
This easy-to-use collection of informational resources is where you will find current research on Behavioral Health, Cancer, Cardiac, Physicals, and Health and Wellness for “kitchen table talk” discussions, shift training, or as a starting point for building organizational best practices. Resources include articles, prevention tips, awareness training modules, PowerPoint presentations and more.
The FRCE convened a panel of firefighter health & wellness experts to review the subject of telemedicine. This report reviews the background of the current scope and capability of telemedicine related areas, key health priorities for the firefighter community, major issues for consideration for firefighters and providers, key potential partnerships for exploration, what is known about current telemedicine programs for the firefighter community, and short- and long-term proposals for action.
The FRCE convened a panel of firefighter health & wellness experts to review the subject of telemedicine. This report reviews the background of the current scope and capability of telemedicine related areas, key health priorities for the firefighter community, major issues for consideration for firefighters and providers, key potential partnerships
The FRCE convened a panel of firefighter health & wellness experts to review the subject of telemedicine.
Additional FRCE Resources (in categories)
Behavioral Health
Recognizing emerging or existing mental health issues is critical to keeping first responders positively focused and in control.
Cancer
Learn about exposure to carcinogens and toxic chemicals; how they’re absorbed through the skin lungs, and more.
Cardiac
Over the last decade, more than half of on-duty volunteer firefighter deaths were from heart attacks. Discover what you can do to reduce your risk.
Firefighter Physicals
The NFPA 1582 annual physical is critical to determining your physical and mental fitness to do your job. Learn its parameters, what they identify and how to prepare to take it.
Healthy exercise is important on and off the job. See how it helps strengthen your immune system, reduce stress, prevents on the job injuries, and boosts energy levels.
Health & Wellness - Nutrition
A balanced, healthy diet is important on and off the job. Learn what should be included in a healthy diet, and how to continue a healthy diet even on-the-go while on duty.
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