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National Firefighter Registry (NFR) for Cancer

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Understanding and Reducing Cancer

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Join the National Firefighter Registry for Cancer

Answer the call. Join your brothers and sisters in a new effort to understand and reduce cancer in the fire service.

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NIOSH is recognizing any U.S. fire department that enrolls 50% or more than 300 of their active firefighters in the National Firefighter Registry (NFR) for Cancer as a Gold Helmet Department.

Gold Helmet Departments receive a certificate, web badge, and social media posts to share.

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About the NFR

Read an overview of how the NFR will help to protect the health of firefighters.

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How the NFR Works

Learn how the NFR helps us understand links between firefighting and cancer.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Find answers to your questions about participating in the NFR.

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Videos and Communication Materials

Explore resources to share information about the NFR with your fire service network.

NFR Newsletter

Read the latest edition or sign up to receive the quarterly NFR newsletter

Supporting Organizations

List of organizations who support the mission of the NFR

Publications & Reports

Read the latest publications about firefighters’ exposure and cancer risk