Apr 18, 2025
IAFF launches MDA district coordinator program
New roles strengthen the IAFF-MDA partnership and renew a shared mission.
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Apr 18, 2025
Retired IAFF members seeing full impact of WEP/GPO repeal
The Social Security Administration has started sending increased payments to retirees previously impacted by the WEP and GPO penalties. Here’s how it’s benefiting retired fire fighters and emergency medical workers.- news
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Apr 17, 2025
PFFU, Utah labor unions return 320K signatures for referendum challenging anti-collective bargaining law
A referendum campaign to stop H.B. 267 is underway and workers across Utah are coming together to fight for their voice in the workplace.- news
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Apr 17, 2025
Fernie B.C. fire fighters honour their past, brick by brick
The discovery of signatures behind a brick wall in a decommissioned firehall stirred memories about the history of the city’s fire department and its fire fighters.- news
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Apr 16, 2025
Quebec expands cancer coverage for fire fighters
The addition of six types of cancer to the list of those deemed occupational in fire fighters brings the province’s total to 15.- news
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Apr 11, 2025
‘The state’s pension system is broken.’
Alaska closed its pension system in 2005, forcing public employees into a 401(k) plan and substantially reducing retirees’ earnings after a life of public service. Now, two bills in the state legislature look to restore pensions and ease a host of issues that have followed in the decades since.- news
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Apr 11, 2025
The Billy Moon Foundation raises awareness during National Donate Life Month
Kristina Moon continues her husband’s mission to save lives through organ donation.- news
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Apr 9, 2025
How to navigate a scary medical diagnosis
On-the-job exposure to carcinogens, toxic chemicals, and trauma puts fire fighters and paramedics at risk of being diagnosed with a wide range of serious conditions including cancer. When faced with these diagnoses, the following are some helpful strategies and tips to help you navigate the process.- news
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Apr 7, 2025
Alcohol Awareness Month: 3 things you should know
Many drink socially or have a beer with dinner. But when does it cross the line? Here are some things to think about for Alcohol Awareness Month.- news
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Apr 3, 2025
IAFF-backed bill to protect fire fighters’ free speech rights introduced in U.S. Senate
The legislation would reaffirm fire fighters’ rights to raise workplace concerns or speak out on community issues without fear of retribution.- news