Fighting cancer in the fire service through research, education, and action. Sylvester's Firefighter Cancer Initiative (SFCI) at @SylvesterCancer.
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It's official. On February 25-26, 2027, the 2027 International Fire Service Cancer Symposium returns. Stay tuned for registration. #IFSCS2027 @sylvestercancer
Thinking about applying for our 2026-2027 Sylvester FCI Toolkit Program Study Training Fellowship? Read more what one of our 2025-2026 fellows had to say about the fellowship.
🔗 Apply here: redcap.miami.edu/surveys/?s=…
Reminder! Our next women's seminar takes place on 9/22 at the @miamidadefire. All firefighters are welcome, no matter your department. Hear from FCI scientists about women firefighters' cancer risk, prevention strategies, and screenings.
🔗 redcap.miami.edu/surveys/?s=…
FCI's Dr. Kristopher Paultre says he grew up in the South Bronx fire dept of his father, Jacques. On 9/11, Jacques was one of the first firefighters deployed to Ground Zero. In 2008, he lost his life to occupational cancer from the 9/11 recovery efforts. This is his story.
The team has been on the road in the FCI Mobile Clinic recruiting participants for our PEBBLE study. This study investigates the relationship between #PFAS and bone health. It's early days in the collection phase, but we're looking forward to the story the data tells! 🚐
All good things come to an end. A huge thank you to our amazing summer interns for bringing energy and passion to our labs, fieldwork, and recruitment efforts. Wishing you all continued success on your scientific journeys -- the future is bright! ⭐
We're happy to report that we've been funded for our 12th year! Thank you to all our partners in the Florida State Legislature for their unwavering support. This funding is critical for us to continue our fire service cancer research efforts. Onward! #fcifightscancer
We're pleased to announce that our 2026-2027 Sylvester FCI Toolkit Program Study: Training Fellowship is now accepting applications. Become a fellow and provide peer-to-peer cancer prevention education as part of a research study.
✍️ Apply here: redcap.miami.edu/surveys/?s=…
Decontamination in action at North Port Fire! 🧼 It's essential post-fire work that helps remove harmful carcinogens, reducing your cancer risk and the risk of others you come into contact with afterwards. Shout to the crew at North Port Fire for showing us how it's done. 🙌
We've added a new women's seminar to the schedule! Join us on 9/22 at @MiamiDadeFire to learn about women firefighters' cancer risk, prevention strategies, and screenings. All firefighters are welcome!
🔗 Register here: bit.ly/4j5B72e
We recently traveled to North Port, FL, to share our educational curriculum with the North Port Fire Rescue. Almost the entire department attended and came ready to learn. Special thanks to Training Captain Ron Jekonski who coordinated our visit! 🤝
Proud to be part of the team! 💪
Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center has been named the #1 cancer program in Florida and #23 in the nation in the 2026-2027 U.S. News & World Report Best Hospitals rankings!
This recognition reflects the expertise and dedication of the physicians, nurses, researchers, trainees, and staff who work every day to deliver exceptional cancer care.
Most importantly, thank you to our patients and families for trusting us with your care. We're honored to be part of your journey and remain committed to advancing cancer research and care. Learn more from Dr. Stephen Nimer (@DrSDNimer), our cancer center director, about why this recognition matters: loom.ly/mJjJljI.
PEBBLE study recruitment photo round-up 💫
This summer, we've been visiting local stations to recruit participants for our PEBBLE study, which examines PFAS exposure and bone density. Thanks to @NSBFire, Volusia County Fire Rescue, @DeltonaFire for having us! 🔥
Women in the fire service: Join us for an ✨️ IN-PERSON ✨️ seminar on 8/11 to hear the latest female firefighter cancer research, prevention and screenings! Attendance is open to any department. Sign up: redcap.miami.edu/surveys/?s=…
📍 14651 SW 14th St, Davie, FL 33325
🚨 New Study: FIREPROOF is a 5-week research study to evaluate whether an over-the-counter prebiotic may be associated with changes in gut bacteria and PFAS levels in Florida firefighters. See flyer for details. Email Keysa Garcia to enroll: [email protected].
FCI interns recently attended the 2026 Undergraduate Summer Research Programs Symposium, where they presented their summer research projects. We love to see a new generation of researchers concerned about the health and safety of our fire service. ⭐
🔎 Our summer tour of skin checks continues!
Last weekend, we teamed up with UM's Dermatology department to provide free skin checks for firefighters--this time at Highland Beach Fire Rescue. Thanks to everyone who showed up and prioritized their skin health!
We're back with free skin checks for firefighters at Highland Beach Fire Dept on July 18! Firefighters from ANY department are welcome. See flyer for details.
🗓️ July 18, 2026
🕘️ 9:00am-2:00pm
📍 Highland Beach Fire Department, 3612 S Ocean Blvd, Highland Beach, FL 33487
Wildland firefighting is a profession rooted in science. It was critical for us to be immersed in this environment to understand exposure risks and operational realities of wildland firefighters. 🔗 Read more about our team's training: news.med.miami.edu/sylvester…
Back in the Florida wildland for our Wildland Firefighter Integrated Surveillance of Exposure and Risk Cohort Study! ➡️ We were on site for an initial recruitment event and field sampling to pilot an experimental design for environmental exposure among wildland firefighters.
A successful visit to the @NSBFire in the books! 💪 Through simple labs, the crew's participation will help us better understand the cancer burden in the fire service. It's that easy. We're grateful to the department for volunteering their time! #fcifightscancer
