Provided an introductory session for Gig Harbor’s probationary firefighters to offer awareness on how to protect reproductive health throughout the career of a firefighter.

Presentation for Firefighter Injury and Illness Reduction (FIIRE) Program with WA State Labor and Industries. FIIRE works with fire departments to reduce firefighter occupational injuries and illnesses and implement best practices, specifically regarding carcinogen exposure and WMSDs. The program hosts several meetings throughout the year that cover various safety and health topics that are relevant to the fire service.

Presented at the annual NYSPFFA Health and Wellness Conference.

Maia Brown, Reproductive Health in the Fire Service- FF/Paramedic in Bellevue, Washington and active member in her union, Local 1604. Since experiencing her own infertility as a firefighter, Maia has established a non-profit to support firefighters with reproductive health concerns by way of grants for fertility treatment, consulting, policy development and education. Her hope is to help others feel supported, raise awareness on the effects of firefighting on reproductive health and most importantly, keep firefighters and their families safe.

Science to the Station Del Mar • Supporting Pregnant Fire/Ems Personnel And New Parents In The Fire House – What You Need To Know And How You Can Help • Women Firefighter Study Updates • Reproductive Health, Pregnancy Policy, and Words of Wisdom • Pregnancy and Postpartum: Navigating These Seasons as a Firefighter

Alisa Arnoff; John Rukavina; Michelle Valenti; Caitlin St. Clair; Brittany Hollerbach; Maia Brown; Melissa Lawlor; Natalie Nacker

The Beltane Guild joins Melissa Lawlor and Dr. Hollerbach to talk about firefighter reproductive health - the science, the healthcare support, laws and policy.