For Firefighters - Cancer Resources

Learn more about firefighter cancer risks, laws and support programs, preventing exposure, healthcare guidelines, and health studies.

Firefighter Cancer Risks

What can you do to minimize present and future exposure to carcinogens? 

Lavender Ribbon BEST PRACTICES Update

Firefighter Cancer Support Network

Melanoma Early Detection

DetecTogether: Response Time Matters

PFAS in Turnout Gear Study

Firefighters and Bladder Cancer

Invisible Danger of Bunker Gear Transfer

How Do I Sign Up for the National Firefighter Registry? | Publications | CDC

Firefighters and Asbestos Exposure and Risks

Laws and Support Programs for Firefighters and their Families

Firefighter Cancer Support Network

Section 111F

Section 94B

The Cancer Presumption Law

Presumptions | Mass.gov

These organizations help with early detection and information about risks:

• Firefighter Support Alliance - The Children of Firefighters at Greater Risk of Cancer
• DeTecTogether - Saving Lives Through Early Cancer Detection

Preventing Exposure to Carcinogens

11 Ways to Prevent Cancer

How to Spot Skin Cancer (PDF)

Skin Cancer Facts

Outdoor Workers and Skin Cancer

Healthy in Healthy out: Reducing Fire Fighter Risk to Carcinogen Exposure

Firefighter Healthcare Guides

Learn about what your healthcare should include.

Healthcare Providers Guide (to bring to your primary care provider)

Female Firefighter Exam by Michael Hamrock, MD

Firefighter Exposure Tracking APP Information - How to Download and Use

Self Skin Exam & Body Mole Map

CAPS Newsletter Summer 2022 Highlighting Dr. Kannler

Health Studies for Firefighters

New England Women Fire Fighters Study: Evaluation of Exposures & Toxicity

NIOSH Firefighter Registry