Episode 32 of APS Radio features Captain Chris Moore.  Chris shares his behavioral health struggles and shares his journey out of darkness.  Chris also discusses initiatives that can better equip future first responders to deal with PTS in its early stages. Chris will always listen!  757-536-3373 The post APS Radio 32 – Chris Moore appeared first on Firefighter Cancer Consultants ..read more

Episode 31 of APS Radio features Jake Wehr who is the Deputy Director of Programming for Save A Warrior. Jake discusses the benefits of doing an ice-cold plunge.  Jake also discusses what is needed to get your own ice-cold plunge setup.  Jake ends the show talking about what Save A Warrior is and how to sign up for their program. https://saveawarrior.org The post APS Radio 31 – Jake Wehr appeared first on Firefighter Cancer Consultants ..read more

Episode 30 of APS Radio features Five After Midnight host Stephanie White.  Stephanie discusses the new Pregnant Workers Fairness Act that took effect on June 27th.  More information regarding the Pregnant Worker’s Fairness Act at: https://www.eeoc.gov/wysk/what-you-should-know-about-pregnant-workers-fairness-act The post APS Radio 30 – Stephanie White appeared first on Firefighter Cancer Consultants ..read more

Episode 29 of APS Radio features Nick Magoteaux, the founder of Brothers Helping Brothers.  Nick discusses creating the non-profit Brothers Helping Brothers and their 6th annual Firefighter Health & Wellness Conference. More information on Brothers Helping Brothers can be found at: https://www.brothershelpingbrothers.org More information regarding their FF Health & Wellness Conference can be found at: https://events.brothershelpingbrothers.org/ffhw2023/?fbclid=IwAR35M2Xy5r8NDlIAaOJQllZNzUwyrM2v_5TaSiA8Wlvj7SArfxBPdCKueAk The post APS Radio 29 – Nick Magoteaux appeared first on Fir ..read more

On the 28th episode of APS Radio, Dr. Kenny Fent discusses the National Firefighter Registry (NFR).  Dr. Fent explains the importance of the NFR, how to register and the goals of the program. More information regarding the National Firefighter Registry can be found at: https://www.cdc.gov/niosh/firefighters/registry.html To sign up for the NFR please go to:  https://nfr.cdc.gov The post APS Radio 28 – Dr. Kenny Fent appeared first on Firefighter Cancer Consultants ..read more

On this episode of APS Radio, FCSN’s VP of Education, Research, & Outreach Russ Osgood discusses his upcoming class at FDIC, and the Five Alarm 5k Run to Remember – In memory of Bobby Halton. Russ’ class: https://www.fdic.com/speakers/russell-osgood 5k Run info: https://www.fdic.com/special-events/special-events/special-events-schedule The post APS Radio 27 – Russ Osgood appeared first on Firefighter Cancer Consultants ..read more

On this episode of APS Radio, Gregg Bagdade discusses his recently released book “Mental Health Mayday, A Firefighter’s Survival Guide from Recruit through Retirement”.  Gregg shares his experiences as a Chicago Firefighter/Paramedic, becoming a clinician that works with first responders, his love of the Beatles, and his new book. Gregg’s book can be found at:  https://www.amazon.com/Mental-Health-Mayday-Firefighters-Retirement/dp/1957354224 The post APS Radio 26 – Gregg Bagdade appeared first on Firefighter Cancer Consultants ..read more

On this episode of APS Radio, Dr. Miriam Siegel from NIOSH discusses the recently released study regarding birth defects among children of male firefighters.  Dr. Siegel describes the makeup of the study, results, and what firefighters can do to protect themselves.  More information regarding this study can be found at: Blog: https://blogs.cdc.gov/niosh-science-blog/2022/12/21/birth-defects-ff/ Full study: https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/ajim.23441 The post APS Radio 25 – Dr. Miriam Siegel appeared first on Firefighter Cancer Consultants ..read more

Firefighter Cancer Support Network (FCSN) President Bryan Frieder’s is featured on APS Radio Episode 24. We discuss the evolution of the FCSN and the fire service towards occupational cancer.  Bryan discusses the partnership with the IAFF and Firefighter Cancer month.  Bryan and I both pay tribute to the recently departed Chief (Ret) Bobby Halton. Firefighter Cancer Support Network – https://firefightercancersupport.org IAFF/FCSN Firefighter Cancer Month – https://www.iaff.org/cancer-awareness-month/ APS Radio Episode 11 with Debbie Pike – https://www.fireengineering.com/health ..read more

Tim Spradlin has done it all!  Firefighter, Fire Chief, Police Officer, Arson Investigator, Veteran of Operation Enduring Freedom, Iraqi Freedom, awarded a Bronze Medal, and has three degrees.  Despite all these achievements, Tim was depressed, drinking way too much, had family issues, and dealt with significant PTSD from all his experiences. Saddle up for Tim’s journey from being addicted to achievements to becoming “ordinary Tim” and finding his true identity. https://finallyhomefarm.net https://www.eagala.org/military The post APS Radio 23 – Tim Spradlin appeared first on Firefigh ..read more