What's spurring the exodus of senior members from the fire service? Chris Logan shares some ideas about how we can retain these firefighters—for both their benefit and that of new recruits.

Every firefighter knows a "good dude"—the likeable guy who can't be trusted to show up when the chips are down. Noah Katz discusses cultivating the opposite mentality and culture.

The acute stress response is a primitive survival mechanism. Nick Papa on how firefighers can mitigate harmful stress effects and harness stress benefits to enhance their performance.

We need to ensure that firefighters aren’t spending more time with highlighters than hoselines. Dave McGlynn on balancing aptitude with application.

You can't mentor or change everyone in the fire service, so how do you optimize your impact? Daniel Arroyo discusses the ripple effects of "saving two."

A Maryland bill advancing in the Senate would allow firefighters and rescue personnel to use medical marijuana off-duty.

For fire departments struggling with low morale, we don't need another policy—we need a culture shift. Matthew Kearney on what leaders can learn from an inspired, transformational baseball team.

Peptides like BPC-157 and TB-500, marketed as the "Wolverine stack," are gaining popularity among firefighters for their purported healing benefits. Megan Lautz looks at what the science says about peptides.

"Once you’ve been diagnosed with cancer, you live the rest of your life with your check engine light on." Jim Burneka on managing anxiety and expectations after a cancer diagnosis.

Understanding our personal and professional origin stories is fundamental to strengthening leadership, trust, and resilience among firefighters.

John K. Murphy surveys the state of presumptive cancer legislation across the United States and its impact on workers' compensation claims.

Firefighters may wear sleep deprivation as a badge of honor and demonstration of loyalty to the job, but readiness begins with rest. Brandon Dreiman on how a consistent wake-up time can improve sleep.

If we do not combat toxicity within our fire departments, it can overwhelm us. Dr. Candace Ashby has one tactic to stop the spread of cultural dysfunction.

Trust is essential to high performance in the fire and emergency services, and confidentiality is the cornerstone on which trust is built. Jada Hudson on what that means for leaders.

What role do supplements have to play in keeping firefighters ready for the fireground? Annette Zapp examines nutrition and supplementation for the fire service.

Chris Bauchle outlines the big three risks most people can’t afford to ignore and his approach to insurance a firefighter and financial planner.

A shift toward an eating pattern known as the Mediterranean diet may help firefighters mitigate some of their cancer risks, Ben Jones writes.

Never assume that members just know what they are supposed to do—especially when it comes to fire service leadership. Ryan Dullea on how mentoring can identify and fill in the gaps.

How much do you really know about the cancer epidemic among firefighters? Frank Vumbaca has an overview and some preventative measures you can take.

The "senior men" of yesteryear were imposing fire service figures. So how do fire departments replace that instiutional knowledge with members who having significantly less experience?

When a fire department culture turns toxic, it may be tempting to simply leave. But that may not be the best option, writes Wayne Jones.

Nebraska lawmakers are considering bills to protect peer support counseling for first responders, addressing high rates of burnout and mental health issues in the profession.

Followership is just as crucial as leadership in the fire service. When firefighters choose to follow well, they lift their entire firehouse.

Firefighters tend to be responsive when it comes to taking care of our rigs and equipment. So why aren't we addressing our personal "check engine" lights regarding mental health? 

The fire service is not a business, but the fire department is often asked to operate like one. Christopher Piece on the practices that fire leaders can employ without undermining the mission.

Experience is invaluable in the fire service, but it should not be at odds with formal learning that establishes a baseline for your department. Alex Zielinski on building leaders.

Some firefighters may want to stay in the "senior man" role. While such members are undoubtedly needed, make sure you're doing so for the right reasons.

Chief officers miss the hands-on elements of the job, but Shane Bridges offers some practical methods for staying connected with members in the field.

Your mind is always hungry. What you feed it today impacts tomorrow. Small, intentional habits can protect mental health.

An organization gets the behavior it rewards. Chase Sargent on how fire service leaders can consciously mold a fire department's culture.

When firefighters retire due to disability, they may be ostracized and feel alienated from the department. But it doesn't have to be that way.

Jerry Knapp shares some powerful leadership tools and time-tested military leadership concepts that can help form your officers and prepare them for the role.

Discussing suicide stirs up a variety of thoughts and feelings for many firefighters, but we must not remain silent in the face of this crisis.