This October, as we focus on raising awareness for Breast Cancer. Early screening and education are the keys to saving more lives.

October is Breast Cancer Awareness month. Cancer is the leading cause of death for firefighters. Firefighters have an increased risk of all cancers, including breast cancer. One study from San Francisco showed that the diagnosis of breast cancer in female firefighters was six times higher than the national average.  The SPFD Cancer Task Force is fundraising to donate to the American Cancer Society as part of our Pink Patch Project. The Saint Paul Fire Department will also have a team participate in the Making Strides Against Breast Cancer event at the Mall of America on Saturday, October 12, 2024. You can donate to our team here:  https://mobileacs.org/ylti5w

For SPFD Pink Patch Project apparel click the image. 

Brothers and Sister of Local 21 

If you have some time please click on the links below, read the information and watch the video. There is a lot of good information regarding suicide prevention.

https://www.iaff.org/behavioral-health/recovery-month/

https://www.iaff.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/2024-Suicide-Prevention-Stand-Down-FINAL.pdf

https://my.demio.com/ref/vVHCnVPzz5acHd6g