Best Practice 9: Get an annual physical, as early detection is the key to survival. The NVFC outlines several options at www.nvfc.org. “A Healthcare Provider’s Guide to Firefighter Physicals” can be downloaded from www.iafc.org/healthRoadmap.
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Link: https://www.lionprotects.com/not-in-our-house
Description: Overview of practices to prevent carcinogen exposure at home after firefighting incidents
Category: Webpage
Link: https://www.fsi.illinois.edu/decon/#!/training.cfm
Description: Comprehensive training program on firefighter decontamination methods
Category: Webpage & videos
Link: https://fasny.com/magazine_articles/the-fight-against-firefighter-cancer/
Description: An article on the ongoing battle against cancer risks within the firefighting profession
Category: Article
Description: Cancer prevention, protection for fire service personnel
Category: Article
Description: A quick reference guide on 11 critical decontamination practices for firefighters
Category: Article
Link: https://www.nhmunicipal.org/town-city-article/best-practices-are-you-protecting-your-firefighters
Description: An article exploring best practices for protecting firefighters from carcinogens and other dangers
Category: Article
Link: https://blog.firedex.com/blog/a-beginniners-guide-decon-firefighting-procedure
Description: An introductory guide to firefighter decontamination procedures
Category: Article
Link: https://www.dhses.ny.gov/system/files/documents/2022/04/cancerbrochure.pdf
Description: Brochure outlining key strategies to reduce cancer risks for firefighters
Category: Document
Link: https://etdecon.com/firefighter-cancer-prevention/
Description: Cancer risk and turnout gear
Category: Webpage
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