Here is an update from the Dayton Fire Department skin exam screenings: Over a three day period, Premier Plastic Surgery & Dermatology Associates saw 219 individuals. These included active duty Dayton Fire, spouse and kids along with retirees, rookies and 3 student ride alongs. They scheduled 70 patients while on site. Totals include 22% of individuals need a 3-6 month …
Let’s start with some numbers. 1 out 12 current Columbus Ohio Firefighters have been diagnosed with cancer. 48% of those cancers are skin cancers. Some of you may be aware that firefighters have a high absorption rate of toxins. Our fire gear does a great job of protecting us from fires, but does not protect ourselves from being exposed to …
I recently saw a news story coming out of Goodyear Arizona pertaining to a Firefighter Cancer Prevention Pledge. This department and union has realized through some unfortunate recent cancer diagnoses that occupational cancer is a serious threat to their careers and lives. This Goodyear Fire Department is trying to be pro-active and change the ways they do business. This is …
This video describes the importance of annual wellness exams for firefighters. The latest version of the WFI Firefighter Physical is attached below the video. For more information please check out www.firefightercancerconsultants.com Fire Fighter Medical Physical <-Attachment
