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Firefighters' Health Risks Cut Lifespan by 10 Years

3/9/2026

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  • Firefighters face health risks that reduce life expectancy by about 10 years due to toxins and stress.
  • Mike Morlan, a firefighter, stresses that prioritizing health is essential and notes colleagues do not survive long after retirement.
  • CAL FIRE Local 2881 and Hundred Health have launched a program offering health assessments and personalized plans for first responders.
  • Experts recommend regular health checks and biomarker testing to improve longevity for firefighters.