IAFF-ACS Overview Document
Aug 2024
Outlines the joint IAFF and American Cancer Society initiative providing prevention programs, patient support services, legislative advocacy, and research funding.
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Diet and Physical Activity – Cancer Fact Sheet
Jul 2024
Outlines official American Cancer Society guidelines on healthy eating, physical activity, weight management, and alcohol reduction for cancer risk reduction. -
Alcohol Use and Cancer
Jun 2024
Examines how alcohol consumption raises cancer risks, affects biological systems, impacts treatment outcomes, and details recommended intake guidelines. -
Early Detection of Cancer
Jun 2024
Learn how early cancer detection helps fire fighters improve treatment outcomes through recommended screenings, risk awareness, and proactive health monitoring. -
Get Your Tests Sheet
Jun 2024
Learn why fire fighters should get tested for cancer early and explore recommended screening guidelines, prevention resources, and steps to protect long-term health. -
Cancer Awareness Video Playlist
May 2024
Hear powerful survivor stories from fire fighters affected by occupational cancer and learn about the impact of cancer in the fire service during Fire Fighter Cancer Awareness Month (FFCAM). -
Clean Cab Concept
Mar 2024
Learn about the clean cab concept, apparatus design features, turnout gear storage protocols, and decontamination procedures to reduce cross-contamination. -
Modifiable Risk Factors
Mar 2024
Learn about modifiable cancer risk factors, individual lifestyle adjustments, sleep hygiene practices, and operational decontamination protocols to protect fire fighter health. -
Post-Fire Suppression Interventions to Reduce Exposures
Mar 2024
Learn about effective post-fire suppression interventions, preliminary exposure reduction techniques, skin cleansing practices, and gear transport methods to minimize toxic chemical absorption.