Effects of firefighting on reproductive health in men
A common health concern in the reproductive system of male firefighter
What is testicular cancer?
30% of female firefighters suffer from this
What is infertility?
Common cause of health effects on firefighters
What are exposures to chemicals and toxins
Starting your shift with this helps prevent exposure
What is clean gear?
They bring home contaminants that may cause defects to their pregnant partner
What are male firefighters?
25.4% of female firefighters are effected by this
What is breast cancer?
58% of women reported this in an iWomen study
What is ill fitting PPE
Cleaning your gear and work clothes here prevent exposures following you home
What is the firehouse?
This organization made reproductive health a priority in 2021
Who is the NFFF?
CO exposure and increased temperature exposure can cause this
What are birth defects?
This group of people absorbs some chemical at a higher rate
Who are pregnant firefighters?
The amount of time you should shower within after a fire
How long is an hour?
Male firefighters under 45 have a 43% rate of this
What is abnormal sperm parameterms?
Miscarriage is seen at a 22% rate in this group of female firefighters
Who are firefighters with PTSD/anxiety
Shift work causes this, which is linked to miscarriages and preterm deliver
What is disrupted circadian rhythm?
Doing this during salvage helps reduce cancer risks
What is remaining on air?
A congenital defect that is 3x more prevalent in children of male firefighters
What is TAPVR
This may lead to lower fetal weight and increase chances of fetal mortality
What are loud noise?
What is a promotion?
What are proper sleep and stress management?