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A member of Manchester, CT Local 1579, Jeff Sneller’s journey through three cancer diagnoses underscores the importance of early detection, strong support from colleagues, and raising awareness about occupational cancer risks in the fire service.

Sheryl Rodgers – a Jacksonville, FL Local 122 member and breast cancer survivor – turned her battle with aggressive cancer into a mission to raise awareness and improve fire fighter health and safety, dedicating her life to preventing others from suffering the same fate.

After a life-threatening diagnosis of rare Stage D esthesioneuroblastoma, Hawaii Local 1463 member Garrett Kim reflects on how early detection during a routine department physical saved his life, allowing him more time with his family and a chance to raise awareness about cancer risks in firefighting.