Occupational Cancer: The Stigma That Stays With You Forever

Surviving cancer takes an emotional toll as well as a physical one. While much has been done in the past few years to provide firefighters with the training, knowledge, and tools they need to prevent exposures and reduce occupational risks, we can’t forget the long-term social and emotional needs of the firefighters who have been diagnosed with cancer. This article by NVFC’s New York director and cancer survivor Brian McQueen explains. Read article.