Firefighters face significantly elevated health risks in the line of duty—most notably a 9x higher risk of cancer diagnosis and a 14x higher risk of cancer-related death. Join us for an eye-opening discussion led by Dr. Brett Grizzell and Carrie Winchester, RN, who will share insights into the cardiovascular and cancer risks impacting firefighters. Learn how early detection, prevention, and awareness can help protect those who risk their lives to protect us. This powerful program underscores the importance of supporting our first responders—not just in moments of crisis, but in their ongoing fight for health and wellness.
• Dr Brett Grizzell is a board-cerified cardiothoracic surgeon, skilled in minimally invasive surgery. He leads the Lung Cancer Screening and Incidental Lung Nodule Programs at Ascension Via Christi.
• Carrie Winchester is a Registered Nurse who has a passion for caring for others. She is the Nurse Navigator for the Firefighter Screening Initiative.
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