Running has been widely recognized as a first line of defence for mental health amongst First Responders, and Raccoon Events have become committed to supporting front-line staff in every way possible. Their flagship running event returns to the NEC in…
Food on the Stove is changing the culture of health in Washington, D.C. firehouses
Food on the Stove is a Washington, D.C.-based non-profit organization founded to promote healthy lifestyle management among firefighters. With programmes ranging from healthy cooking demonstrations to partnerships with local farms that supply food to firehouses, this firefighter-operated and focused organization…
Firefighters, researchers and European institutions look for solutions to the growing issue of firefighter’s cancers
Cancer is the leading cause of line-of-duty deaths amongst firefighters, accounting for approximately 60% of all deaths. MEP Pavel Poc has been fighting for the recognition of cancer as an occupational health issue for firefighters. Together with the European Parliament’s…