In this issue:
- NVFC Hosts Firefighter Focus Groups in Maryland
- NVFC Partners with Firehouse.com to Release Heart-Healthy Podcasts for Safety Week, June 14-20
- Register Now to Get "ON THE MOVE"
- Visit the NVFC Booth at Firehouse Expo
- Check Out the Latest Firefighter Health News from FireRescue1
- National Men's Health Week is June 15-21
- Heart-Healthy Firefighter Cookbook Makes Great Gift
- Heart-Healthy Tips: Your Guide to a Heart-Healthy Summer
- Recipe: Chillin' Out Pasta Salad
- Calendar of Events
NVFC Hosts Firefighter Focus Groups in Maryland
First responders from across Maryland will participate in firefighter health focus groups this month as part of a research project partnership between the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health (JHSPH) and the National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC). Read full article.
NVFC Partners with Firehouse.com to Release Heart-Healthy Podcasts for Safety Week, June 14-20
The 2009 Fire/EMS Safety, Health, and Survival Week (or Safety Week) will be held June 14-20, 2009. Sponsored by the International Association of Fire Chiefs and the International Association of Fire Fighters, and supported by organizations including the National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC), the theme of the 2009 event is “Protect Yourself: Your Safety, Health, and Survival Are Your Responsibility.” Read full article.
Register Now to Get "ON THE MOVE"
There’s still time to register for L&T Health and Fitness’s 25,000 ON THE MOVE challenge, celebrating the company’s 25th anniversary. Commit to staying active this month and qualify for great incentive prizes now through June 25. Read full article.
Visit the NVFC Booth at Firehouse Expo
Stop by booth #252 at Firehouse Expo in Baltimore, MD, July 21-26, to learn more about the National Volunteer Fire Council’s (NVFC) key initiatives. The booth will feature resources to benefit you and your department, including information about the Heart-Healthy Firefighter Program, Fire Corps, and the National Junior Firefighter Program. Read full article.
Check Out the Latest Firefighter Health News from FireRescue1
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National Men's Health Week is June 15-21
Men have a higher death rate than women from the top 10 overall causes of death, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). In addition, men account for 93 percent of all workplace fatalities – many caused by vehicle accidents. National Men’s Health Week, June 15-21, was created to heighten the awareness of preventable health problems and encourage early detection and treatment of disease among men and boys. Read full article.
Heart-Healthy Firefighter Cookbook Makes Great Gift
Looking for a great gift for Father’s Day, an anniversary, graduation, or other special occasion? Consider giving your friends and family the Heart-Healthy Firefighter Cookbook. Featuring over 60 delicious recipes, including ones from firefighters across the country, the Cookbook is a fun and convenient gift that your loved ones will be using for years to come. Read full article.
Heart-Healthy Tips: Your Guide to a Heart-Healthy Summer
For many people, summer is synonymous with carefree days of camping, hiking, swimming, and exploring. Warm weather and long summer days provide plenty of opportunities to maintain an active lifestyle. However, summer is also a time of bountiful barbeques and the risk of heat-related illnesses and sunburns. Read full article.
Recipe: Chillin' Out Pasta Salad
Courtesy of the National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute
Cool off with this light and healthy summer pasta salad.
Calendar of Events
View a list of events the Heart-Healthy Firefighter Program will be attending as well as nationally-recognized dates the Program would like to acknowledge.
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*The content of this E-news is for informational purposes only. It is not a substitute for advice from your physician. You should seek prompt medical care for any specific health issues; only your healthcare provider should diagnose a medical condition and prescribe treatment. You may also wish to consult with your health care professional or nutritionist before starting a new diet or fitness regimen.
