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Category: Wellness & Nutrition

October 30, 2026

Dropping Weight Without Losing Strength

A Fire Fighter’s Guide to GLP-1s Seattle fire fighter Scott Dau lost nearly 50 pounds with the help of a GLP-1, and he kept …
September 29, 2026

Lifestyle Medicine: A Tool for a Longer, Healthier Life and Career

Lifestyle medicine is a growing medical specialty focused on helping people build sustainable daily practices that prevent, treat, and sometimes even reverse chronic disease by …
August 10, 2026

What Stays With You: Microplastics, Decon, and the Exposures We Don’t Think About

Fire fighters have already built a culture of contamination awareness. The next step is to broaden that perspective.
May 13, 2026

What Female Fire Fighters Need to Know About Their Health Risks

The fire service has come a long way in understanding the occupational health risks female fire fighters face.
January 13, 2026

Operating in Cold Weather

Cold weather, wet gear, and wind chill can quickly increase hypothermia risk for fire fighters—even in mild conditions. Winter operations demand different rehab strategies …
January 5, 2026

Your Family Health Safety Net Just Got Stronger

Starting January 2026, all Seattle Fire Fighters Healthcare Trust members and their families can access the new WIN health platform from WinFertility.
September 3, 2025

Beat the Bug This Flu Season

Respiratory infections—including influenza and COVID-19—cause widespread inflammation in the body as your immune system fights the virus. This inflammation can make existing plaque …
August 1, 2025

Transform Your Health with MyPath

A New Weight Loss Wellness Program for Seattle Fire Fighters The demanding nature of firefighting requires peak physical and mental performance, making wellness not just …
July 11, 2025

Hydration: It’s Fundamental to Your Health and Your Crew’s Success

Staying hydrated can make the difference between performing at your best and risking your health and safety.