Here are three key takeaways from the episode. 1. GLP-1 Medications Are a Tool, Not a Quick Fix. Originally developed to manage type 2 diabetes, GLP-1 receptor agonists like semaglutide have gained ...

The California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) recently announced the official launch of First Due as CAL FIRE’s statewide incident reporting platform, marking a major milestone ...

A St. Louis firefighter has been placed on administrative leave after surveillance footage allegedly showed him defecating in a box at St. Louis Lambert International Airport, according to First Alert ...

Photo courtesy Nashua (NH) Fire Rescue. As a new firefighter, your role is simple but critical: learn, support, and serve your crew. That starts with mastering the basics. From sweeping the bay to ...

Photo courtesy Indianapolis (IN) Fire Department PIO. Fire departments, both career and volunteer, are built on trust, teamwork, and clear communication. Yet in today’s fast-paced world, too many ...

The fire service has always prided itself on tradition, honor, and excellence. But in today’s rapidly changing world, one word seems to stir more debate than ever before: professionalism. How is this ...

A Fidelity Bank donation is helping Wichita-based nonprofit Beyond The Call scale up production of a firefighter-focused detox soap, according to the Wichita Business Journal. Founded in 2022 by five ...

Ask any firefighter, and they’ll tell you—no two calls are ever the same. Some are routine: a small kitchen fire that’s knocked down quickly, a motor vehicle crash with a simple door pop, or another ...

For firefighters, hypervigilance is a part of the job. The fire station is an environment where you must stay ready, not get ready. Your body is activated before your brain finishes the thought.

She clutched the edge of the locker room sink, bracing herself. Her head had never felt so heavy. A rush of blame, guilt, and shame overwhelmed her as her mind spiraled. Why is this happening to me?

Regardless of how hard firefighters work to prevent injuries or pain, it still happens. Achy shoulders, sore knees, elbow pain, and nagging injuries are common on the job. So when something promises ...

Firefighting is among the most dangerous professions in the United States, Canada, and around the world. Firefighters routinely encounter smoke, toxic chemicals, and carcinogenic substances during ...