Search Results for: cancer
Firefighters Recall Colleagues Who Died from Occupational Cancer
September 25, 2015
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This video highlights Boston firefighters who have died or have had their lives changed due to cancer. Read More »
Cancer in the Fire Service Infographic
September 24, 2015
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Use this infographic to share stats on cancer in the fire service with your members and tips they can follow to reduce their risk. Read More »
Immediate Actions to Protect Against Cancer
September 24, 2015
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The Firefighter Cancer Support Network provides these 11 actions you can take now to protect yourself against cancer. Read More »
Taking Action Against Cancer in the Fire Service
September 24, 2015
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The Firefighter Cancer Support Network released this white paper highlighting the firefighter cancer problem and steps that can be taken by chiefs, members, and organizations to lower the risk. Read More »
Firefighters Fighting Cancer
February 20, 2015
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This Firemen's Association of the State of New York video tells the stories of six cancer survivors from across New York State and advocates for cancer presumption legislation. Read More »
AFG and SAFER Funding Reduced in FY 2024 Funding Legislation
April 9, 2024
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On March 23, President Biden signed into law the Further Consolidated Appropriations Act (P.L. 118-47). This law provides funding to portions of the federal government for the remainder of fiscal year 2024, including fire related programs and agencies. Below is a summary of how much this law provides each of the National Volunteer Fire Council’s... Read More »
Webinar: Fire Service Legislation — Your Role in Advocacy
March 21, 2024
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Instructor: Ryan Woodward This Congress, the NVFC is supporting funding for Assistance to Firefighters Grants (AFG), Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response (SAFER) grants, the U.S. Fire Administration (USFA), Volunteer Fire Assistance Grants (VFA), National Firefighter Registry (NFR) for Cancer, and Rural EMS Training (SIREN) Grants. The NVFC is also advocating for the passage... Read More »
NVFC Announces Recipients of the 2024 Fire Service Achievement Awards
March 12, 2024
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The National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC) is pleased to announce the winners of its annual fire service achievement awards, which recognize fire service volunteers who have gone above and beyond in service to their department and community. The 2024 recipients are: Stephen Austin, Lifetime Achievement Award, sponsored by Lincoln Financial Group; Chief John Swan Sr.,... Read More »
NVFC Welcomes New Member United Diagnostic Services
January 30, 2024
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Please join us in welcoming United Diagnostic Services (UDS) as an Advocate Member of the NVFC. UDS goes beyond traditional health screenings by offering comprehensive wellness programs that encompass thorough testing. They use cutting-edge diagnostic methods to pinpoint potential pathologies, cardiovascular issues, and occupational cancers in their earliest stages. They collaborate with fire departments to... Read More »
NVFC Trainings in the New Year
December 19, 2023
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The NVFC is committed to offering volunteer firefighters and EMS providers interesting, relevant, and cutting-edge training opportunities. In January 2024, look forward to free webinars on aging well in the fire service and responding to incidents involving Tesla vehicles, and a Roundtable Talk on cancer risk prevention. View more upcoming virtual training opportunities here. Read More »
