Firefighter Cancer Support Network, California

We support firefighters, EMS providers and their families when diagnosed with occupational cancer We do not provide legal or medical advice.

We provide critical assistance for career or volunteer, active or retired firefighters, emergency medical service providers, and their immediate family members who have been diagnosed with cancer. We deliver valuable post-diagnosis resources followed by unique badge to badge, one-on-one mentorship from one of our 220 fire-service mentors who have first-hand knowledge about battling cancer. They s

06/21/2026

👨‍🚒❤️ Happy Father’s Day to all the incredible dads in the fire service and beyond! ❤️👨‍👧‍👦

Whether you’re protecting your family at home 🏡 or serving your community 🚒, your strength, sacrifice, and love make a difference every day.

Today we honor the fathers, grandfathers, stepdads, and father figures who lead by example and inspire those around them. 💙

From all of us at the Firefighter Cancer Support Network, thank you for all you do.

❤️ NO ONE FIGHTS ALONE ❤️

06/18/2026

🚒🏃‍♂️ As a best practice, turnout gear should be used for the incidents it was designed for—not for workouts, stair climbs, or fitness training.

🔥 Turnouts are exposed to products of combustion, diesel exhaust, soot, heavy metals, and other hazardous contaminants throughout their service life.

🧼 Even when cleaned properly, contaminants and carcinogens may still remain on the gear.

⚠️ PFAS (“forever chemicals”), historically used in some firefighter PPE components and moisture barriers, have been associated with adverse health effects and are an ongoing area of concern within the fire service.

💪 Want the challenge? Use PT gear, a weighted vest, or other approved fitness equipment instead.

✅ Train hard.
✅ Train smart.
✅ Reduce unnecessary exposures.

Use your PPE for the incidents that require it per your department’s SOPs/SOGs.

Your health today helps protect your future tomorrow.

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06/11/2026

The cancer death of retired SF firefighter Ken Jones following Blue Shield treatment denials sparked a fierce outcry, driving unions and city employees into a closed-door City Hall showdown with the insurer to demand immediate reform.

Read the full story here: https://abc7news.com/19266085/

06/10/2026

🚒 Culture changes when leaders set expectations.

When chiefs, company officers, and firefighters make cancer prevention a priority, it becomes part of the mission—not an option.

The cancer problem won’t improve by chance. It improves when leadership drives accountability, education, and action every day. 💪

If you or a loved one receives a cancer diagnosis, the Firefighter Cancer Support Network is here for you. From peer support and mentorship to trusted resources, no firefighter or family should face cancer alone. ❤️

📞 866-994-FCSN
🌐 FirefighterCancerSupport.org

06/10/2026

🚒🎗️ Firefighter Cancer Survivors: Your Experience Can Save a Life 🎗️🚒

Cancer can be one of the toughest battles a firefighter will ever face—but no firefighter should have to face it alone.

If you're a firefighter cancer survivor, consider becoming an FCSN Badge-to-Badge Mentor and help others navigate their cancer journey with understanding, hope, and firsthand experience. 💙

✅ Inspire hope and resilience
✅ Provide comfort and support
✅ Guide the diagnosed on their cancer journey with your experience
✅ Give back to the fire service community

Your story matters. Your experience matters. And your support can make all the difference.

🔥 By Firefighters, For Firefighters
🤝 Stronger Together
❤️ Support Today, Change Tomorrow

📲 Scan the QR code on the flyer to apply and join the FCSN Badge-to-Badge Mentor Program, or click the link below:
https://www.firefightercancersupport.org/how-you-can-help/volunteer

Because when cancer strikes, no firefighter should face it alone. No One Fights Alone. 💙🎗️🚒

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06/07/2026

Every day, firefighters risk their lives by exposing themselves to toxic chemicals, call after call. Certain areas of the body absorb carcinogens more easily, putting firefighters at higher risk of cancer. AB 1383, CPF's highest priority bill, helps confront these risks head-on. That’s why your support matters. Stand with us in Sacramento this June to show your support when it matters most. Visit cpfactivism.org to see how you can get involved.

06/06/2026

🚒🔥 Firefighter cancer prevention isn’t a one-time training—it’s a lifelong commitment.

Until there is a cure, we must continue learning, adapting, and taking action to reduce our risk. Every fire. Every exposure. Every shift.

🫁 Wear your SCBA
🧼 Decontaminate after incidents
🚿 Shower within the hour
🧯 Keep contaminated gear out of living quarters
🩺 Get your annual medical exam
☀️ Protect your skin
💪 Prioritize your health

Cancer prevention must be embedded into our culture, operational readiness, and daily mission—no exceptions.

🎗️ The Firefighter Cancer Support Network is here to educate, prevent, and support firefighters and their families every step of the way.

06/05/2026

Please read and support

"For many firefighters, cancer isn’t a question of if — it’s when. Every additional year on the job means more cumulative exposures, and their impacts are well-documented." - Sacramento Area Firefighters Local 522 Firefighter Jeremy Gardella

The risks firefighters face are real, which is why supporting is so important. This critical legislation helps address occupational cancer risks by strengthening protections for those who put their health on the line to protect our communities.

Read more: https://www.sacbee.com/opinion/op-ed/article315911851.html =cpy

Learn how you can support AB 1383 at cpfactivism.org.

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Burbank, CA
91505