Cancer Awareness & Prevention
Photo by Scott Carnahan
INTRODUCTION
Make a Personal Commitment
Firehouse Editor-in-Chief Peter Matthews introduces the Firehouse Cancer Awareness & Prevention project and emphasizes the need for firefighter action.
EDUCATION
Occupational Cancer Considerations for the Volunteer Fire Service
Leadership must recognize, understand and educate on the dangers of cancer.
LOCAL EFFORTS
An Investment in People
The Mesquite, TX, Fire Department has become a leader in firefighter health and safety.
RESEARCH
Understanding Cancer in Women Firefighters
More research can help to identify chemical exposures at the workplace and to protect the health of women who are in the fire service.
NATIONAL EFFORTS
Looking for a Few Thousand Good Firefighters
The prospective Fire Fighter Cancer Cohort Study (FFCCS) seeks to prevent cancer among firefighters through in-depth research.
IN THEIR OWN WORDS
Firefighter Cancer Stories
Four firefighters share their experiences with cancer, offering insight to those in the battle and advice for the next generation.
SPONSOR INFORMATION
Cornerstone Sponsors
Air Vacuum, BRW Architects, Inc., Bullard, Circul-Air Corporation, D7 Defense, Groves/Ready Rack, Hygenall, IFSTA, MagneGrip, the National Volunteer Fire Council, Pierce, Rescue Intellitech, UniMac, Ward Diesel and Waterous are all working to educate members of the fire service about cancer prevention and risks.