One of the first steps in addressing health concerns is measurement. For firefighters, one health concern is that their gear commonly contains per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), also called ...

The flames die down. The sirens fade. Firefighters peel off their gear, thinking the danger has passed. But in the quiet aftermath, another enemy lingers, an invisible film of "forever chemicals" ...

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . A nondestructive test with a small polypropylene wipe can help firefighters identify chemicals linked to cancer ...

Firefighter turnout gear is designed to shield first responders from extreme heat and danger, but new research suggests it may also introduce chemical exposures. A U.S. study found that brominated ...

The Quincy City Council is considering a $2.6 million bond to buy new protective gear for 280 firefighters. Current firefighter gear has tested positive for potentially dangerous chemicals, including ...