Firefighters Vs Cancer
A 501(c)(3) nonprofit corporation
OUR MISSION
To provide essential, life-saving information to over 1.2 million North American firefighters regarding the importance of cancer screening for early detection and to support the funding of necessary screening tests to address their health concerns.
PRESENTING SPONSOR
On May 17th 2024 the search for America’s Funniest Firefighter begins right here in Boston! Hosted by comedy legend Tony V and his stand-up comedian sidekicks, a handful of New England firefighters will showcase their hidden comedic talents as they compete for the title of America’s Funniest Firefighter (New England Region).
The winner gets a lifetime worth of bragging rights in every firehouse kitchen….not to mention the $5000 Grand Prize that goes with it!
The contest will be filled to the brim with hilarious jokes and side-splitting stories! So grab your friends and come on down to Florian Hall for a night of laughter and good times.And it’s all for a great cause, too - all proceeds benefit Firefighters Vs Cancer, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit corporation.
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JUST HOW BAD IS IT?
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At least every 21½ hours, an American or Canadian firefighter dies from occupational cancer.
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About 40% of all firefighters working today will be diagnosed with cancer during their careers.
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A firefighter’s child is 27-times more likely to be get cancer than a child of a non-firefighter.
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In 2023, 72% of IAFF member line-of-duty deaths were due to occupational cancer.
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In Canada, close to 94% of line-of-duty deaths among professional fire fighters are the result of occupational cancers.
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Early detection of cancer greatly increases the chances for successful treatment and survival.
Meet Our Team
Testimonials
Lenny Clarke
Actor - Comedian