Health Priorities for Firefighters

Dear Colleagues,

Firefighters are a key safety net for their communities and are called on to respond not only to fires but also an increasingly complex array of hazards including natural disasters, terrorist attacks, hazardous materials events, and medical emergencies. Over the course of their careers, firefighters are exposed to physical risks including exposure to known and expected carcinogens and extreme physical demands. The work is also mentally demanding as firefighters are regularly exposed to traumatic and life-threatening experiences and see their communities at their worst and most vulnerable. Consequently, firefighters are at high risk for a number of negative mental and physical health outcomes. With an increased focus and understanding of these risks, fire services and scientists worldwide have been working to develop and deploy programs, policies, and mitigation approaches that focus on optimizing firefighter health and wellness. This Special Issue is designed to highlight current empirical evidence on the health priorities of firefighters and emerging risks that deserve future research.

Dr. Sara Jahnke
Guest Editor

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