– BA Shields Limited Edition For a Great Cause –
According to the Firefighter Cancer Support Network:
Cancer is the most dangerous threat to firefighter health and safety today
- Occupational Cancer Caused 65% of the career firefighter line-of-duty deaths from January 1, 2002, to December 31, 2021 according to data from the International Association of Fire Fighters (IAFF).
- Cancer caused 61 percent of the career firefighter line-of-duty deaths from January 1, 2002, to December 31, 2016, according to data from the International Association of Fire Fighters (IAFF).
- Cancer caused 70 percent of the line-of-duty deaths for career firefighters in 2016.
- Firefighters have a 9 percent higher risk of being diagnosed with cancer than the general U.S. population.
- Firefighters have a 14 percent higher risk of dying from cancer than the general U.S. population.
So, in collaboration with the leading manufacturer of post-fire decon wipes (Firewipes), we are offering this limited edition shield and patch combo at a reduced price. With proceeds going to support the Firefighter Cancer Support Network.
Since 2005, the nonprofit Firefighter Cancer Support Network (FCSN) has provided assistance and one-on-one mentoring to thousands of cancer-stricken firefighters and their families. FCSN also delivers extensive firefighter cancer awareness and prevention training nationwide.
Vision: To be the global leader in firefighter cancer support, awareness and education.
Mission: To assist firefighters and EMS providers and their immediate families diagnosed with cancer by providing badge to badge support, training and guidance.