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Volunteer Fire Department Investment in Comprehensive Physical Exams for Members Must Be a Priority

Eric Felker shares that the cost barrier to implementing regular health examinations for members of volunteer fire departments can be addressed through federal, state and regional grants. He also urges department leaders to instill confidence in members to get their buy-in.

Volunteer Fire Department Investment in Comprehensive Physical Exams for Members Must Be a Priority

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Eric Felker shares that the cost barrier to implementing regular health examinations for members of volunteer fire departments can be addressed through federal, state and regional grants.

He also urges department leaders to instill confidence in members to get their buy-in.

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Eric Felker shares that the cost barrier to implementing regular health examinations for members of volunteer fire departments can be addressed through federal, state and regional grants. He also urges department leaders to instill confidence in members to get their buy-in.

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