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Columbus Fire building new stations to reduce cancer cases

Fire station will enable firefighters to remove contaminated gear, turn out gear outside of living area, wash uniforms and clean gear without bringing contaminants into living areas.”

https://t.co/N484MP2CxL via @wsyx6

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Indiana and more than 30 other states have enacted what are called presumptive law. But many firefighters and their families have learned presumptive laws don’t guarantee health care coverage after a cancer diagnosis.

https://t.co/TrcG9Zgcgf via @wfyi
#Exposures #Firefighters

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NJ firefighters and emergency medical providers could have their own dedicated hotline staffed by trained operators who can help them in a crisis and connect with professionals to address #MentalHealth or substance use problems.

via @njspotlight
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Tulsa Firefighters' new uniforms limit a firefighter’s exposure to toxins that could potentially soak into their normal bunker gear.

@TulsaFire

https://t.co/NwDVonISyE via @NewsOn6
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Nearly 300 names have been added to the Fallen Firefighter Memorial in Colorado Springs. Occupational cancer claimed many of those lives.

https://t.co/EWzSfwXVqz via @KUNC
#firefighters #Cancer #Exposures

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The International Association of Arson Investigators - @IAAIhq- has released a white paper that covers best practices related to health and safety, particularly as it concerns cancer prevention.

https://t.co/gPmgS6fVSu via @FirehouseNews
#Exposures #firefighters #Cancer

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A firefighter of Houston's @Local3846 invents unique uniform dryer that dries two sets of PPE at a time, taking only two hours.

https://t.co/928tqI7OB8 via @HoustonChron
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Remembering September 11: Seven Statistics That Matter

30,000-plus: Number of responders with a “certified” September 11-linked illness.
https://t.co/f6APPHaq0Q via @EnvisageNow
#September11 #NeverForget

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Research: Metabolite blood tests conducted within months of #September11 could help in the detection of OAD. Correcting metabolic imbalances through dietary changes or food supplements could ward off loss of lung function.

https://t.co/fdsuILdTpM via @LabEquipment
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The rubble from the Twin Towers smoldered at Ground Zero for nearly 100 days after the attacks, releasing streams of poisonous smoke and toxic dust.

From the new @EnvisageNow article:
Remembering September 11: Seven Statistics That Matter

https://t.co/f6APPHaq0Q

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New Massachusetts law designates cancer as a work-related injury for #firefighters. The designation gives firefighters diagnosed with #cancer better medical coverage, paid leave and more access to disability benefits.

https://t.co/28byn8L6Ed via @salemnews
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First responders are increasingly likely to encounter fentanyl in the line of duty. @CBP has released a training video for reducing exposure, called Fentanyl: The Real Deal.

Watch the teaser video: https://t.co/Kb6ySleDmo

#Fentanyl #Exposures

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After a disaster, such as a hurricane, it is critical for #FirstResponders to limit exposure to asbestos. This article looks at past disasters and the decisions made and procedures that were taken.

https://t.co/MTVmGA4Azu via @INPublicSafety
#Exposures #asbestos

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This summer the @NFPA released guidelines for reducing exposures. But not every department has a mandate for cancer protection.

https://t.co/fJRc7hdQ3A via @DispatchAlerts
#Exposures #CancerPrevention #firefighters

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Central Florida's @OCFireRescue to receive decontamination kits to help first-responders wash soot and other possible cancer-causing chemicals from their work gear.

https://t.co/bTan1W7W6n via @FirehouseNews
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During a drug raid in Hartford, 11 SWAT officers were exposed to Heroin and Fentanyl. Firefighters decontaminated the scene, as well as the officers involved.

https://t.co/SLjEgBAkJE via @hartfordcourant
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"The 25" checklist is an assessment tool for departments to assess where they stand with cancer preventative techniques. Departments should create a Health and Safety Cancer Committee to assess and implement preventative techniques.

https://t.co/4aEFOvfMml via @fireengineering

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Fire Captains from @NFFF_News discuss firefighter PTSI and suicide prevention. #PTSI is a mental health injury, is the leading cause of death for #FirstResponders, and occurs with repeated exposure to life altering events.

https://t.co/acxTsi4VV8 via @KUSINews
#firefighters

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DHS #AFGgrant is bringing $100,000 to fire departments in 2 New York counties (St. Lawrence & Oneida counties) to replace old breathing equipment for #firefighters and a diesel exhaust system to remove chemicals from fire trucks.

https://t.co/eKNdQ0faVM @homelandprep
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The @GirardFireL1220 department of Youngstown, Ohio is taking extra steps to reduce carcinogens and exposure to toxins. They took recommendations from@FCSNnational and drafted a comprehensive plan to reduce cancer risk.

https://t.co/fWQchwcjbK via @vindicator
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