By Olivia Schwartz We already know the about the risk of cancer that firefighters face, and there are two ways we can reduce our exposure; avoid it, or remove it. These 10 tips can help all firefighters take precautionary steps to better their health before, during and after the call. BEFORE THE FIRE Start the conversation. Tell your primary care doctor how many years you have been a career or volunteer firefighter. Mary Reid, the Director of Cancer Screening and Survivor-ship at Roswell Park Cancer Institute shares, “That clues your provider that if you have a cough and breathing difficulties,…
