On November 19th, 2024, Gateway Centre of Excellence in Rural Health (CERH) hosted another successful BRAVE-F screening event in Ethel, Ontario, as part of its ongoing commitment to support rural first responders.
The BRAVE-F (Benefiting Rural Areas Volunteer Emergency Firefighters) initiative is dedicated to enhancing the well-being of volunteer firefighters across Huron County. This essential program provides free confidential medical screenings and cardiovascular health education tailored to the unique needs of rural first responders.
During this event, the firefighters were engaged with an educational session, equipping participants with the practical knowledge to help them safeguard their health. The hands-on medical screenings, conducted by skilled volunteer nurses from Huron County, underscored the importance of proactive health monitoring for those who serve their communities so selflessly.
Gateway CERH is deeply grateful to the Ethel Fire Department for their enthusiastic participation and dedication to the BRAVE-F project. Their involvement demonstrates the vital role rural firefighters play in maintaining community safety.
To learn more about BRAVE-F or other Gateway CERH projects, please contact us at info@gatewayruralhealth.ca or visit our website at www.gatewayruralhealth.ca.
About Gateway Centre of Excellence in Rural Health
Founded in 2008 in the community of Seaforth, ON, Gateway CERH is a not-for-profit rural health research organization run by a community-based volunteer board of directors. Gateway CERH's main mission is to better the health and quality of life of rural residents through research, education and communication. Learn more on the Gateway CERH website at: https://www.gatewayruralhealth.ca/ and follow us on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn and YouTube
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