Health And Wellness Episodes

Chief John M. Curd Jr. of Riviera Beach (FL) Fire Rescue speaks with host David Dachinger about the complexities of fire station design. Prioritizing contamination reduction, contagion control, safety, efficiency, and firefighter well-being, Chief Curd shares how he’s working to create a mindset shift within his department and across the industry.

In this installment of "Igniting the Shift Within," host and Stage 4 cancer survivor David Dachinger welcomes Tonya Herbert, owner of Thin Red Line Decon and Florida PPE Services. We delve into the wellness and safety topics of firefighter turnout gear, occupational exposure and decontamination. This discussion extends beyond merely wearing and washing gear; it involves understanding its limitations and implementing actionable measures to mitigate associated risks. Discover why that "sa...

David Dachinger sits down with Dr. Angela Mazza from the Metabolic Center for Wellness to discuss the endocrine challenges firefighters face both on and off the job. I