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[…] of what you choose to do in your life to keep others safe.” Asked about PFAS, the toxic ‘forever chemicals’ used in fire fighter protective gear, Trudeau stated the government […]

[…] cancer head on, noting that manufacturers have been lying to fire fighters for years about PFAS, a known cancer-causing chemical in turnout gear, while making millions of dollars. Other IAFF […]

[…] hires and equipment.  Support for presumptive cancer legislation and legislation to address toxic chemicals, including PFAS.    Support for the Federal Firefighters Fairness Act, helping federal fire fighters access workers’ […]

[…] trauma exposure. He also signed a bill outlawing a class of carcinogens (perfluorinated compounds or PFAs) found in firefighting foam.     MDA, IAFF Bring Hope to Families n a […]

[…] learn more about the toxic substances fire fighters are frequently exposed to – such as PFAS – found in countless consumer products, and the work the IAFF is doing to […]

[…] collective bargaining and when we fight against things that are harmful to our health like PFAS.” Collective bargaining has been the IAFF’s top priority for more than two decades. The […]

[…] need to pass legislation like the Build Back Better bill, which includes money to purchase PFAS-free bunker gear,” said Secretary Walsh. “Anything we can do to help fire fighters fight […]

[…] Behavioral Health Issues Protecting Female Fire Fighters From Cancer-Causing Toxins Taking Steps to Remove Harmful PFAS Chemicals Tips for Staying Fit and Eating Healthy This edition of Fire Fighter Quarterly […]

[…] be an important tool to help us get the word out on the need for PFAS-free turnout gear.” Kelly also appears in the documentary, created by Ethereal Films in collaboration […]