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Join us for a free virtual roundtable - "Healthy Heart, Happy Firefighter"

February 2nd, 2PM EST

"We must begin to think about safety differently. We must embrace Health as well as Safety: To be safe, you must be healthy"

-Denise Smith

In order for firefighters to do their job effectively, they must first have a healthy heart that allows them to serve the community. Without a healthy heart, there is no functioning firefighter.

Yet cardiovascular health is commonly overlooked and cardiovascular failure is one of the leading causes of deaths for firefighters. Why is this?

In this Smart Firefighting virtual roundtable, we bring together three leaders to discuss cardiovascular health and the fire service. We will explore the current research that exists with regards to cardiovascular/heat stress, highlight comprehensive early detection physicals and resources, and offer personal stories around cardiovascular challenges and emphasize the importance of annual early detection exams to save lives.

Join three leaders in discuss cardiovascular health and the fire service

Professor Denise Smith

Professor of health and human physiological science department and director first responder health and safety at Skidmore College.

Professor Smith's primary area of research is cardiovascular health, with a specific focus on the relationship between heat stress and cardiovascular function.

Bob Hannan

Bob is a past Safety Officer of the West Grove Fire Company with 28+ years of fire service and is currently the Trainer Officer.

Chief Todd Leduc

Chief Strategy Officer (CSO) at Life Scan Wellness Centers Early Detection Disease Screening Public Safety Physicals.

Join us for a free virtual roundtable - "Healthy Heart, Happy Firefighter"

February 2nd, 2PM EST