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12/29/2025

As part of our ongoing work with United Phoenix Firefighters, this film was created for their annual FU Cancer event and tells the stories of the Mock and Leatham families.

When firefighters die, their families’ hopes and dreams die too.'When All The Color is Gone' is a short film written by two families living this reality righ...

11/18/2025

All proceeds from the Culture Tee will go directly to PFD Member Services to support the work they do for their members. This is a pre order that closes this Friday (11/21) and all shirts will ship in December. Prices increase after the pre order and there is no guarantee your size will be available once the first run ends.

11/10/2025

Sadly, we have to cancel the summit scheduled for January. We ran into some significant challenges that would have impacted the overall quality of the event. Our standard is to deliver something exceptional, an experience worthy of your time, trust, and hard earned money, and we were not willing to settle for anything less.

We will be issuing full refunds to those who registered and keeping the door open for a future event when we can deliver it at the level this profession deserves.

We remain fully committed to the mission of supporting firefighters and advancing the fight against cancer in the fire service. It just will not be through a summit this January.

10/11/2025

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09/08/2025

We are excited to welcome Deputy Chief John Haseney of the FDNY to speak at the Firefighter48 Cancer Summit.

Chief Haseney has served with the FDNY since 2005. He began his career with Ladder 43 and went on to serve as a Lieutenant in Engine 287, Captain in Engine 38, and Battalion Chief in Battalion 44. He is now assigned to Division 14. Deputy Chief Haseney holds a Bachelor of Science in Fire Science from John Jay College and a master’s degree in Security Studies from the Naval Postgraduate School. He also served in the New York Army National Guard from 2004 to 2012 and is a combat veteran of Operation Enduring Freedom in Afghanistan.

He is a founding and active member of the FDNY Contamination Reduction Workgroup, which has led efforts since 2017 to reduce firefighter exposure to fireground contaminants. As part of this work, he has been instrumental in initiatives that directly protect firefighters, including leading FDNY’s Skin Cancer Screening Initiative, which has already screened over 1,000 firefighters and identified more than 250 potential cancers. He also serves as FDNY’s liaison on multiple critical research studies, including the IAFF/IAFC Wellness and Fitness Initiative, Women Firefighter Study, and Electric Battery Fire Study. In addition, he contributes to the national conversation on firefighter health as an alternate member of NFPA 1585 and NFPA 1580.

Deputy Chief Haseney brings his experience, leadership, and commitment to firefighter health and wellness to the Firefighter48 Cancer Summit

09/03/2025

We are excited to welcome Dr. Sara Jahnke to the Firefighter48 Cancer Summit this January.

Dr. Jahnke is one of the leading researchers in firefighter health and safety. Her groundbreaking work has shed light on the unique risks firefighters face and the steps that can be taken to reduce them. She has dedicated her career to understanding how occupational exposures impact firefighters and has been a powerful voice in turning research into real-world action.

At the Summit, Dr. Jahnke will share her expertise and provide attendees with knowledge they can bring back to their departments, their crews, and their families. Whether you are a firefighter with just a few shifts on the job or a chief officer making policy decisions, you will leave with a deeper understanding of how we can protect those who protect others.

Do not miss this opportunity to hear from Dr. Jahnke and other leaders in firefighter cancer prevention, health, and advocacy.

Early bird pricing is available now at Firefighter48.com.

09/01/2025

This Labor Day we recognize the impact of strong union leadership on the firefighters serving on the front lines every day. IAFF General Secretary Treasurer (GST) Frank Lima will be with us at the Firefighter48 Cancer Summit and his story is one every firefighter should hear.

Frank has spent decades in the fire service with the where he still rides a truck today. He previously served with as the President, as Vice President and now GST of the

His path has given him a unique perspective on the challenges firefighters face with cancer both in the firehouse and on the national stage.

At the Summit Frank will share how union action connects directly to firefighters in their stations and families at home. This is not just about policy but about real issues that affect you and your crew. Frank truly cares about the firefighters he represents and is looking forward to meeting the men and women who continue to serve on the front lines. Attendees will also have time to connect with him directly during the Summit to ask questions and learn what steps can help protect their brothers and sisters.

Early bird registration is open now at Firefighter48.com

08/31/2025

This Labor Day weekend we are spotlighting a true labor leader in the fight against firefighter cancer: IAFF 10th District Vice President Stephen Gilman.

Steve will join us at the Firefighter48 Cancer Summit this January as part of the union panel and will also be available at our “panelist booth” for one on one conversations. With decades of experience as a firefighter in Goodyear and as a union leader, Steve now represents the largest district in the IAFF covering California, Arizona, New Mexico, and Hawaii.

Hear directly from Steve about what the IAFF is doing and what you can do at your own department to protect firefighters from cancer.

Registration is open now and early bird pricing is available at Firefighter48.com.

08/27/2025

We are excited to welcome Dr. Jeff Burgess from the University of Arizona as one of the keynote speakers at the Firefighter48 Cancer Summit.

For over 30 years, Dr. Burgess has partnered with the Tucson Fire Department on groundbreaking research benefiting firefighters worldwide. In 2016, he launched the Firefighter Cancer Cohort Study, which now tracks the health of more than 3,200 firefighters across 26 states.

He also led the AZ HEROES team in 2020 to study the long-term health impacts of COVID-19 on first responders, and helped open the University of Arizona’s Center for Firefighter Health Collaborative Research.

Join us January 8–9 in Scottsdale to hear Dr. Burgess share his expertise on firefighter health and cancer to help firefighters improve their health and reduce cancer risk.

🔥 Early-bird pricing is available now at Firefighter48.com

08/22/2025

We’re excited to share many of the keynote speakers and panelists who will be joining us at the Firefighter48 Cancer Summit. Each brings unique insight and expertise to the critical conversations around firefighter cancer and health. Our goal is to get firefighters information and answers directly from leaders in firefighter cancer prevention and treatment.

More speakers will be added later this year, but don’t wait, early bird pricing is open now for a limited time at Firefighter48.com

08/18/2025

We are proud to officially announce the Firefighter48 Cancer Summit in collaboration with Vincere Cancer Center and our media partner CRACKYL Magazine.

📅 January 8–9, 2026�📍 Westin Kierland Resort, Phoenix, AZ

This two day event will bring together medical experts, fire department leadership, union leaders, and vendors all in one place to tackle the growing issue of firefighter cancer.

🎟️ Early bird tickets are $250 available for a limited time only�
🏨 Hotel room information will be shared in the coming days�
📩 Interested in sponsoring Email us at [email protected]

👉 Register now at firefighter48.com

08/08/2025

🚨Save the Date🚨

Firefighter48 and Vincere Cancer Center are teaming up to host the Firefighter48 Cancer Summit — January 8–9, 2026 at the Westin Kierland in Phoenix, AZ.

Two full days of hard-hitting conversations on firefighter cancer:
🔹 Keynote talks from top physicians and researchers
🔹 Panels with fire department & union leadership
🔹 Healthcare and industry experts sharing what’s working — and what needs to change

You’ll have the chance to talk directly with speakers, panelists, and vendors. Ask question directly to vendors involved in PPE and apparatus to station design. Get your questions and concerns addressed directly from the source on issues that affect your career!

This is about bringing the fire service together, from our members on the first day on the job to our chiefs, to tackle one of our biggest threats head-on.

📅 Mark your calendar — details & registration coming soon!

💬 Sponsorship opportunities: contact [email protected]