Firefighting is a tough job sometimes and it can be dangerous when you have forest fires and entire areas burning out of control. This article on Wildfires scorch the Carolinas, SC Governor McMaster declares state of emergency shows the danger and awe of the risks of the occupation in general. Hundreds of full timers and volunteers putting themselves in harm’s way to help protect life and properly. It seems to so counter intuitive to the instincts of running from danger.
One should have the greatest amount of respect for these men and women who step beyond what would be expected to help their communities. As we progress as a society, we shouldn't lose sight of those who help build that society and have sacrificed for that society. These are a different breed of people. This is probably why as kids we looked up to them and wanted to be them.
This is also why I advocate and respect first responders and others because they are willing to go the length for others. The science of extreme altruism: why people risk their lives to save strangers. Personally, I would hire and groom them for a job before many others. Character is something that is created deep from the inside and it is hard to teach. The proof in the pudding is their ability to choose to help when they didn't have to.
If you read the article below you will find the risks and morbidities of firefighters that include cardiovascular disease, cancer, and mental health disorders. Just being aware of these risks can be helpful. Firefighter Health: A Narrative Review of Occupational Threats and Countermeasures. It would be nice if we can do a little more to help them. You can donate to the South Carolina State Firefighters Association
*If you’re interested in donating to a fire department that could put your corporate dollars to good use just send me a message to the right. They are not from South Carolina but a very good department nevertheless.
Gonzalez DE, Lanham SN, Martin SE, Cleveland RE, Wilson TE, Langford EL, Abel MG. Firefighter Health: A Narrative Review of Occupational Threats and Countermeasures. Healthcare (Basel). 2024 Feb 8;12(4):440. doi: 10.3390/healthcare12040440. PMID: 38391814; PMCID: PMC10888326.
One should have the greatest amount of respect for these men and women who step beyond what would be expected to help their communities. As we progress as a society, we shouldn't lose sight of those who help build that society and have sacrificed for that society. These are a different breed of people. This is probably why as kids we looked up to them and wanted to be them.
This is also why I advocate and respect first responders and others because they are willing to go the length for others. The science of extreme altruism: why people risk their lives to save strangers. Personally, I would hire and groom them for a job before many others. Character is something that is created deep from the inside and it is hard to teach. The proof in the pudding is their ability to choose to help when they didn't have to.
If you read the article below you will find the risks and morbidities of firefighters that include cardiovascular disease, cancer, and mental health disorders. Just being aware of these risks can be helpful. Firefighter Health: A Narrative Review of Occupational Threats and Countermeasures. It would be nice if we can do a little more to help them. You can donate to the South Carolina State Firefighters Association
*If you’re interested in donating to a fire department that could put your corporate dollars to good use just send me a message to the right. They are not from South Carolina but a very good department nevertheless.
Gonzalez DE, Lanham SN, Martin SE, Cleveland RE, Wilson TE, Langford EL, Abel MG. Firefighter Health: A Narrative Review of Occupational Threats and Countermeasures. Healthcare (Basel). 2024 Feb 8;12(4):440. doi: 10.3390/healthcare12040440. PMID: 38391814; PMCID: PMC10888326.
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