fromwww.bbc.com5 months agoPublic healthFire crews face increased cancer risk, report saysLondon firefighters face elevated cancer risk from contaminants, with some age groups showing up to 323% higher cancer incidence.
fromThe Mercury News11 months agoCancerWith cancer the leading cause of death for firefighters, one Bay Area fire department is partnering with biotech to improve the oddsFirefighters face significant cancer risks due to occupational exposure to carcinogens, prompting initiatives for early detection.
CancerfromThe Mercury News11 months agoWith cancer the leading cause of death for firefighters, one Bay Area fire department is partnering with biotech to improve the oddsFirefighters face significant cancer risks due to occupational exposure to carcinogens, prompting initiatives for early detection.
Public healthfromwww.theguardian.com5 months agoNew York City bill aims to ban toxic forever chemicals' in firefighting gearNew York City proposes banning PFAS in firefighters' turnout gear to reduce occupational cancer risk.
fromABC7 San Francisco11 months agoNew pilot program will provide cancer screenings for San Francisco firefighters, mayor says"When there is danger, you run towards it. You are the protectors of San Francisco. And today, we are here to protect you."San Francisco
Cancerfromwww.mercurynews.com11 months agoWith cancer the leading cause of death for firefighters, one Bay Area fire department is partnering with biotech to improve the oddsFirefighters face a significantly higher risk of cancer due to occupational hazards, prompting early detection measures.