Save the Date
2nd Annual Virginia Cancer & Health Symposium
May 23, 2024
Join us to discuss and learn ways to reduce your risk of occupational cancer.
Mary Washington Hospital
John F. Flick III Conference Center
Fredericksburg, VA
Join us to discuss and learn ways to reduce your risk of occupational cancer.
Mary Washington Hospital
John F. Flick III Conference Center
Fredericksburg, VA
Fire fighter occupational cancer is the leading cause of line-of-duty death in the fire service.
At the 2023 IAFF Fallen Fire Fighter Memorial, 63% of the names added to the wall were members who had died from occupational cancer.
In partnership with the Firefighter Cancer Support Network (FCSN), the IAFF has designated January as Fire Fighter Cancer Awareness Month to provide fire fighters the necessary tools and guidance to develop life-saving protocols for cancer prevention and to support those with a cancer diagnosis within their departments.
Our members were busy this morning, they responded to the 6800 block of Silver Ann Dr in the Newington area for a house on fire. They quickly brought the fire under control, there were no reported firefighter or civilian injuries. ... See MoreSee Less
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A pretty neat behind the scenes look at what our members at DPSC go through during their 12hr shifts. Our 911 communicators are the first line of defense in the First Responder chain, and we appreciate all the hard work and backup we receive from our members at Fairfax County 911! ... See MoreSee Less
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Congratulations to our members, Rocco Alvaro, David Barlow, and Reggie Wadley on their promotion from Battalion Chief to Deputy Chief! ... See MoreSee Less
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The IAFF Center of Excellence for Behavioral Health Treatment and Recovery is a one-of-a-kind addiction treatment facility specializing in PTSD for IAFF members – and IAFF members only – who are struggling with addiction, PTSD other related behavioral health challenges to receive the help they need in taking the first steps toward recovery. It is a safe haven for members to talk with other members who have faced or overcome similar challenges.
Fairfax County Professional Firefighters & Paramedics – IAFF Local 2068
10500 Sager Ave # A,
Fairfax, VA 22030
Phone: (703)591-9271
Monday-Thursday 8-4
Friday 8-12
Closed weekends and holidays